The Teardrop Explodes/Kilimanjaro (1980)

An English post-punk/new wave band formed in Liverpool in 1978, The Teardrop Explodes' debut album. Featuring Julian Cope (vocals, bass). Neo-psychdelia with organ, synths and trumpets. Includes "Sleeping Gas", "Bouncing Babies" and "Treason" (#18 on the UK charts). The 2000 digitally remastered CD features 6 extra tracks taken from the Japanese mini album 'Kirimanjalo', including a hit single "Reward" (#6 UK). Recommended to those who like Echo & the Bunnymen.