BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1983
Fashion was another Totally Obscure 80s band who reigned from Birmingham, England. In 1983 they released “Eye Talk” as the first single from their third studio album “Twilight Of Idols” produced by Zeus B. Held and they’re only to feature singer/songwriter Alan Darby. “Eye Talk” reached number 69 on the U.K. singles chart in February 1984.
SIDE A:
Eye Talk (Mutant Version) 9:14
SIDE B:
Slow Down 4:48
Eye Talk (Talk) 2:43
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint
RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: CBS – TA 4106, De Stijl (2) – TA 4106
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM
Country: UK
Released: 1983
Genre: Electronic
Style: New Wave, Synth-pop
CREDITS:
Bass – Marlon Recchi
Engineer – Christian Gence, Femi Jiya, Kit Woolvern*
Percussion – Dik*
Performer, Arranged By – Fashion
Photography By – Paddy Eckersley
Producer – Zeus B. Held
Programmed By – Mulligan (2)
Technician [Operator] – Denis Vanzetto, Marc Frank, Nick Jones (6)
Vocals, Guitar – Alan Darby
Written-By – A. Darby*
NOTES:
Thanks to: Odyssey Studios, London; Marcus Studios, London; Trigger Studios, Paris.
Find the 12″ at DISCOGS
VINYL RESTORATION BY:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net
EQUIPMENT USED:
Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (DC)
Cartridge: Ortofon 2M
Stylus: Ortofon 2M Bronze
Isolation: Auralex Acoustics ISO-Tone Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro-Ject Acryl-It platter
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Schiit Mani
Soundcard: Novation Audiohub 2×4 Audio Interface
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner
SOFTWARE USED:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 3.0 (Recording)
Down Sampling: iZotope RX Advanced 2, ocenaudio
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator
RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
MP3 (320kbps)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi
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Zeus B Held (responsible for production duties) is without a doubt one of the most creative artists/producers of the last fifty years and yet he’s hardly known on the scale of things – I recommend to anyone into experimental dance/electronic music to check his remixes and solo material out via Disocgs.
Great post Paul, the quality as always is exceptional.
OMG Paul you did it!
Thanks so much for posting this.
I bought nearly everything Fashion released in the 80s.
Have a great weekend!
Cheers, John.
Thank you posting Paul!
I was just researching Fabrique the other day…I have a vinyl copy and a compilation CD. I regret getting rid of my cassettes. Fabrique cassette had the album on one side and the other side was mutant mixes. God I miss that cassette.
Anyway…thanks!!!
Jeff
Hello and congratulations for your absolutely fabulous website! I love everything 80’s and especially 12-inch versions. I think it’s really great that you don’t just stick for the best-known songs and I am always looking forward to check your new posts. Fashion is a really interesting band and “Move On” and “Streetplayer (Mechanik)” are my favourites from them. Allow me to suggest some other “obscure” 12-inch that I listen to a lot: The Ward Brothers – Cross That Bridge • Robert Görl – Darling Don’t Leave Me • Swans Way – Soul Train • The Big Supreme – Please Yourself… Read more »
Excellent choice Paul – Thank you, thank you, thank you
Absolutely love this band
Thx Paul for sharing these killer tracks! Funny to see some Dutch words on the cover (and labels) of this record. On the backcover I read “Platenhoes ontwerp Malcolm & Mulligan voor AI” which means in English “cover design by Malcolm & Mulligan for AI”. Also DE STIJL are Dutch words, translated it means The Style. By the way De Stijl is the name of a Dutch artistic movement from the early 20th century; painter Piet Mondrian (Pieter Mondriaan) was one the most famous members of this movement. The word Gramofoon seems to be Dutch but is in fact misspelled;… Read more »
Gosh Paul, you are certainly a powerhouse!! I love these songs you’re sharing! I have heard of the band, but not so much the music. And I love the fact Zeus B. Held is the one on production duties because I really admire his work. I see you’ve posted another track here on Burning The Ground of which I will download as well. I have realized that there is so much treasure here in your “VAULT!!” I am truly overwhelmed, but in a good way. I can lose myself here for ages discovering new stuff. Incredible and gobsmacking!! You really… Read more »
You’re welcome, Jeff. Last time I looked there were 1,657 Posts here on BTG. I guess one could get lost for a few days. That Heartbeat U.K. 12″ is really a fun one that I had forgotten about 🙂
Good Morning Paul! Hands down, this was my favorite release of yours this week. Zeus B. Held is a genius and I’m grateful for all that you have posted of him. I can see why so many are going crazy over Fashion. This is extraordinary music and with your exceptional quality this is a real gift.
Jeff
Thanks Paul. I have the cd Twilight Of Idols. Please post more Fashion!
See what I can go.
Fashion should have been big, but never quite got on the right road to mega-fame & fortune.
For awhile it seemed like they were headed for major success. A newly formed Duran Duran was Fashion’s support act for several shows. Fashion also went on to play with The Police, Billy Idol and a then unknown U2 ! We all know what happened to those bands/singers.. but sadly Fashion got left behind despite having talent and imagination by the bucket-load. The music biz is a strange thing for sure.
Thank you Paul for drawing attention to this gem 🙂
You’re welcome, Jay. I agree that Fashion was a very overlooked band. I hope you enjoy this record 🙂
Thank you Paul 🙂
Thanks, Paul. Great track 🙂
Sounds a little bit like Duran Duran.
You’re welcome, Joerg 🙂
Yep what a gem.
I really love this band. Love Shadow & Something in your picture are songs in my Alltime Favourites List. They’re soooo cool 🙂
The 12” of Eye Talk is something what’s missin’ in my collection.
Thank you so much for this.
A big hug
Pat.
Big hug to you too, Pat 🙂
Thank you Paul – another gem 🙂
You’re welcome, Ulf 🙂