Beeswax: Some B-Sides 1977–1982
XTC · 1982
40 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock
A vibrant collage of catchy melodies and clever lyrics, showcasing XTC's playful pop sensibility and new wave energy.
Beeswax: Some B-Sides 1977–1982 is an album by XTC, released in 1982. A vibrant collage of catchy melodies and clever lyrics, showcasing XTC's playful pop sensibility and new wave energy. This collection highlights XTC's unique blend of pop rock and new wave, contributing to their growing cult status in the UK. Although not a mainstream commercial success, its release helped solidify their reputation for innovative songwriting and arrangements, influencing subsequent artists in the alternative rock scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Beeswax: Some B-Sides 1977–1982 sound like?
A vibrant collage of catchy melodies and clever lyrics, showcasing XTC's playful pop sensibility and new wave energy. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Beeswax: Some B-Sides 1977–1982 by XTC notable?
This collection highlights XTC's unique blend of pop rock and new wave, contributing to their growing cult status in the UK. Although not a mainstream commercial success, its release helped solidify their reputation for innovative songwriting and arrangements, influencing subsequent artists in the alternative rock scene. By the time 'Beeswax: Some B-Sides 1977–1982' was released in January 1982, XTC had already established themselves with their critically acclaimed debut album 'White Music' and the follow-up 'Black Sea'. This compilation features tracks that didn't make it onto their earlier records, offering insight into their creative process during a prolific period as they were transitioning towards more ambitious projects.
How many songs are on Beeswax: Some B-Sides 1977–1982?
Beeswax: Some B-Sides 1977–1982 has 13 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 She’s So Square Standout 3:07
- 2 Dance Band Standout 2:40
- 3 Hang On to the Night 2:12
- 4 Heatwave 2:09
- 5 Instant Tunes 2:32
- 6 Pulsing Pulsing 1:37
- 7 Don’t Lose Your Temper 2:33
- 8 Smokeless Zone 3:50
- 9 The Somnambulist 4:31
- 10 Blame the Weather 3:40
- 11 Tissue Tigers (The Arguers) 3:57
- 12 Punch and Judy Standout 2:44
- 13 Heaven Is Paved With Broken Glass (remix) 4:25
Release Date
January 1, 1982
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
40 min 3 sec
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