Digitally remixed
and re-mastered edition of the British band's 1979 album. DRUMS &
WIRES has been mixed for 5.1 Surround Sound from the original studio
masters by Steven Wilson with input from Andy Partridge and is fully
approved by XTC. CD features a completely new stereo album mix by
Steven Wilson plus six additional singles and non-album tracks. Blu-ray
features the new stereo album mix in 24bit/96khz LPCM audio, the
original stereo album mix in 24bit/96khz LPCM audio, and three tracks
from DJM mix sessions (for potential single mixes). Blu-ray exclusive:
nine additional 5.1 mixes of singles and non-album tracks, instrumental
versions of all new mixes in 24bit/96khz LPCM audio, five separate
sessions marking the complete evolution of the album and associated
recordings, and promo films for 'Life Begins at the Hop' and 'Making
Plans for Nigel'. Housed in special packaging with expanded booklet and
sleeve-notes by Andy Partridge, Colin Moulding and Dave Gregory. |