XTC's Wasp Star at 25

What Do You Call That Noise? The XTC Podcast by Mark Fisher

Dec 5, 202591:36Music

Twenty-five years after its release, Wasp Star remains XTC’s final statement. So how does the album stand up? Is it underrated? Is it neglected? Is it eclipsed by Apple Venus ? And is it in need of some more love? In thi...

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