On This Day: February 12, 1982 - English Settlement by XTC

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On This Day: February 12, 1982 - English Settlement by XTC.

On this day, February 12, 1982, XTC released their fifth studio album, English Settlement. Marking a shift in their sound, this ambitious double album moved away from the punchy new wave energy of their earlier work and embraced a more textured, sophisticated approach with intricate arrangements and socially conscious lyrics.

English Settlement featured standout tracks like Senses Working Overtime, which became one of XTC’s most recognizable songs. The album received critical acclaim for...

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