Tin Drum

Description

The fifth and final studio album by the English band, originally released in November 1981. Musically, the album was a meticulously crafted blend of complex rhythms, keyboard textures, and Karn’s bass playing. Keyboardist Richard Barbieri said: ‘it was a very laborious process, but creatively satisfying… it was the first album where we actually produced something… completely original’. Also important for the band finding their own unique sound was the work with Steve Nye, who had replaced John Punter as the band’s producer. Features the singles ‘The Art of Parties’, ‘Visions of China’, ‘Ghosts’ and ‘Cantonese Boy’.

Tracklisting

Disc 1
1. The Art of Parties – Japan (4.12)
2. Talking Drum – Japan (3.35)
3. Ghosts – Japan (4.36)
4. Canton – Japan (5.35)
5. Still Life in Mobile Homes – Japan (5.35)
6. Visions of China – Japan (3.39)
7. Sons of Pioneers – Japan (7.09)
8. Cantonese Boy – Japan (3.51)