Felt - Forever Breathes the Lonely Word (Remastered Edition)

The 2018 vinyl edition of Felt’s 1986 masterpiece, now available in the U.S. once again.
Remastered from the original tapes by Kevin Metcalfe (Paul McCartney, David Bowie, The Clash).
Housed in a gatefold sleeve.

RIYL: The Smiths, Elvis Costello and the Attractions, The Wake, Bob Dylan, peak mid-'80s jangle

Track Listing

A1 Rain Of Crystal Spires
A2 Down But Not Yet Out
A3 September Lady
A4 Grey Streets
B1 All The People I Like Are Those That Are Dead
B2 Gather Up Your Wings And Fly
B3 A Wave Crashed On Rocks
B4 Hours Of Darkness Have Changed My Mind

Catalog Number FLT185
Release Date September 21, 2018
Record Label Cherry Red Records
Format LP

Originally released on the legendary Creation Records back in 1986, Felt’s Forever Breathes the Lonely Word stands as the jangle pop outfit’s greatest achievement. Wonderfully highlighting Lawrence’s wistful melancholy and Martin Duffy’s awe-inspiring organ shredding, the ingredients were simply right for this one. Every track is a highlight, but our all-time favorites remain the mesmerizing opener “Rain Of Crystal Spires” + certified heaters “Down But Not Yet Out” and “A Wave Crashed On Rocks.”

Felt is undoubtedly one of the most underrated bands of the 1980s, serving as a key influence for the likes of Belle and Sebastian, Manic Street Preachers, and Dean Blunt down the line. And unsurprisingly, nearly 40 years after its original release, Forever Breathes the Lonely Word sounds as esoteric and timeless as ever. It’s one of the finest examples of mid-’80s indie jangle, and it’s certainly every bit as good as what R.E.M. and the Smiths were producing at that time.

Highest possible recommendation. Our stock will certainly move fast, so grab a copy now!