XTC - Explode Together The Dub Experiments 78 80

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Explode Together: The Dub Experiments 78-80 – A Sonic Time Capsule Worth Revisiting XTC’s Explode Together: The Dub Experiments 78-80 isn’t your run-of-the-mill electronic album. Released in 1991 under Virgin Records, this collection feels like a treasure chest of experimental dub that somehow bridges eras and continents—from Japan to Europe to the UK. With its fingerprints all over genres like dub and experimental music, it’s no surprise that this record has aged into something oddly timeless. The creative force behind the project is unmistakable: Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding share writing credits across most tracks, while John Leckie—yes, the John Leckie—sits in the producer’s chair. Add to that the quirky design work credited to “The Clinic’s Art Messengers,” and you’ve got an album steeped in personality. It’s not just music; it’s a vibe. Now let’s get into some standout moments. One track I keep coming back to is “Shore Leave Ornithology (Another 1950).” This one sticks because it blends whimsical storytelling with layered soundscapes that feel both retro and futuristic. Imagine being on a beach at sunset but also floating through space—that’s what this song does to your brain. The way Partridge crafts these sonic worlds makes you wonder if he was part musician, part mad scientist. Another gem is “Steam Fist Futurist.” If ever there was a track that sounded like machines dreaming, this would be it. Its pulsating beats and eerie undertones make for a hypnotic listen. You can almost picture gears grinding in slow motion as the melody unfolds. What sets Explode Together apart from other albums of its kind is how unapologetically raw it feels. Sure, it’s polished enough to hold up decades later, but there’s a scrappy charm here—a sense that XTC didn’t care much about trends or expectations. They were chasing something bigger, more personal. And honestly? That’s refreshing. One thing worth noting is how collaborative yet distinct the contributions are. Partridge brings his signature wit and idiosyncratic lyricism, especially shining on tracks like “Cairo” and “Madhattan,” where every word seems carefully chosen yet effortlessly delivered. Meanwhile, Moulding adds depth with his knack for crafting grooves that linger long after the song ends (“Beat The Bible” comes to mind). If I had to nitpick, maybe the pacing drags slightly toward the middle—but even then, it’s hard to call it a flaw when each track offers something unique. Maybe that’s why this album works so well—it doesn’t try too hard to fit any mold. It simply exists, daring listeners to meet it halfway. Wrapping up, Explode Together: The Dub Experiments 78-80 might not change your life overnight, but it will leave you thinking. Thinking about how far music can stretch itself without breaking. Thinking about what happens when artists toss out the rulebook and just… create. Oh, and here’s a random thought: if aliens ever landed on Earth looking for examples of human creativity, handing them this album wouldn’t be the worst idea. Just saying.

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Artist: XTC
Album: Explode Together The Dub Experiments 78 80

Electronic

1992

Rating: 3.72

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
New Broom	5:27
Shore Leave Ornithology (Another 1950)	5:34
Dance With Me, Germany	3:31
The Forgotten Language Of Light	4:19
Cairo	1:52
Work Away Tokyo Day	4:04
Beat The Bible	2:20
Commerciality	3:07
The Day They Pulled The North Pole Down	3:51
Madhattan	3:17
I Sit In The Snow	3:14
We Kill The Beast	2:20
Steam Fist Futurist	3:10
Clap Clap Clap	2:26
The Rotary	3:20
A Dictionary Of Modern Marriage	2:40

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MR PARTRIDGE the day they pulled the north pole down 1980

Mr Partridge - Take Away / The Lure of Salvage - Cairo

XTC - GO+ @33 rpm

Mr. Partridge - Cairo - Take away (Andy Partridge from XTC)

MR. PARTRIDGE commerciality 1980

Mr. Partridge - Commerciality - Take away (Andy Partridge from XTC)

Mr. Partridge - New Broom - Take away (Andy Partridge from XTC)

Mr. Partridge - The rotary - Take away (Andy Partridge from XTC)

Mr. Partridge - Madhatten

Mr. Partridge - Commerciality (1980)

Mr Partridge - Steam Fist Futurist

MR. PARTRIDGE i sit in the snow 1980

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Catalog Numbers

CDOVD 308, CD OVD308, 260 944-217
VJCP-23143
CDOVD 308, CD OVD308
OVEDC 308
CDOVD 308, 260 944-217

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Virgin

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Companies

Role	Company
Glass Mastered At	Nimbus
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Virgin Records Ltd.
Copyright (c)	Virgin Records Ltd.
Published By	Virgin Music (Publishers) Ltd.
Manufactured By	Virgin Japan Ltd
Distributed By	Pony Canyon Inc.

Credits

Role	Credit
Design	(Partridge), The Clinic's Art Messengers
Producer	John Leckie
Written-By	Partridge (tracks: 1 to 3, 6 to 16), Moulding (tracks: 4, 5, 7, 13, 15, 16)

Notes

Mr. Partridge* - Take Away / The Lure Of Salvage combined with XTC - Go+
Black cassette with white on-body print
On the Inlay:
℗ 1978 Virgin Records Ltd. ℗ 1980 Virgin Records Ltd.
© 1990 Virgin Records Ltd.
On the cassette:
℗ 1991 Virgin Records Ltd.

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Barcode (Text): 5 012981 030827
Barcode (Scanned): 5012981030827
Matrix / Runout: 6767 CDOVD 308 : 1:0 MASTERED BY NIMBUS
Matrix / Runout: CDOVD 308 ∙ MASTERED BY NIMBUS
Price Code: PM 500
Barcode: 4 988037 014749
Barcode (Text): 077778771821
Barcode (Text): 5 012981 030841
Barcode (Text): 0 77778 77182 1
Matrix / Runout: EMI UDEN 7877192 @ 1 1-1-1-NL
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L046
Mould SID Code: ifpi 15E0
Label Code: LC3098

About XTC

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Formed: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom, active 1975-2006. From the ashes of the band The Helium Kidz. Musically adventurous group from Swindon, UK, who first made an impact as a post-punk new wave band but have refused to be pigeonholed, recording dub, folk-rock, psychedelia and pure pop as the mood takes them. Regular line-up was Andy Partridge (guitar & vocals), Colin Moulding (bass & vocals), Barry Andrews (keyboards, left in 1979), Dave Gregory (guitar & keyboards, left in 1999) and Terry Chambers (drums, left in 1983).

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'XTC'
X T C
X-T-C
X.T.C.

Aliases

The Three Wise Men
The Dukes Of Stratosphear
The Beech Avenue Boys
Terry & The Lovemen
Johnny Japes And His Jesticles
Star Park

Members

Barry Andrews
Andy Partridge
Jonathan Perkins
Dave Gregory
Terry Chambers
Colin Moulding
Steve Hutchins

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Explode Together: The Dub Experiments 78-80* by XTC is a hidden gem in the world of experimental music. It was released in 1991 but features tracks recorded much earlier, between 1978 and 1980. The band took inspiration from dub and electronic styles, creating a sound that feels both retro and ahead of its time. Andy Partridge, one of the masterminds behind it, not only wrote most of the songs but also contributed to the album's design. Fun fact—tracks like "Shore Leave Ornithology" and "We Kill The Beast" show off their knack for quirky, thought-provoking titles. It’s wild how this record quietly blends genres while showcasing XTC’s creative experimentation.

Comments

khayuena62ed340eb

2025-03-16

Is this a track from the album with John Leckie? Are these from Go 2 sessions?

jossmioc

2025-03-15

It doesn't matter what speed you play Go+ or The Lure of Salvage. I love them both! Who knows if Andy and John Leckie even recorded them at this speed?