XTC/Apple Venus Volume 1 CD [Colin Moulding/Steve Sidwell/Guy Barker]

Description: © 1999 TVT Records. 11 Tracks. Condition is Very Good. Shipped with USPS Media Mail. Product Description:Because of record contract litigation, Apple Venus Volume One is XTC's first album of new material in nearly seven years. The now-duo of Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding sure seem to have been using their time off to smell the flowers, as their lyrics are ripe with fruit, nuts, dandelions, orchids, sunflowers, and harvest festivals. Billed as the "orchestral" album that precedes its "rock" bookend, Apple Venus is XTC's most obvious nod to the lush, intricate sounds of the Beach Boys' Pet Sounds and the Beatles' Sgt. Pepper (those familiar with 1986's Skylarking know that's a bold statement). Cellos, flutes, and other highbrow instruments provide the backdrop for the flowery lyrics. The whimsical "I'd Like That" is the perfectly understated pop song that has always eluded Partridge. The album's lone touch of angst comes courtesy of "Your Dictionary," which is spiked with four-letter words, but Partridge, ever the genteel Englishman, merely spells them out. Essential? No. Innovative? Hardly. But Apple Venus is a solid, cohesive work by one of rock's most artistic artists. --Bill Crandall The item's condition is noted above in as much detail as possible. Unless otherwise stated, the CD/Cassette Tape jewel case and original artwork are included. Any promotional markings, stickers, barcode hole punch, spine saw cuts, artwork indentations, cutouts, creases, tears, sun damage, etc. will be noted. The jewel case for this item may or may not contain cracks or broken hinges. In some instances, the case may incur damage during delivery. All items are shipped in a bubble mailer or corrugated box. There are no replacements for broken jewel cases.

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