Anthology - This Station Is Non-Operational [CD+DVD]

Nonetheless, such is life. With luck, This Station Is Non-Operational will convert a few more folks to their trailblazing ways. With a limited output (three proper albums and a few EP tracks), this 18 track compilation cherry picks the best bits of their past (though only three from their masterpiece Relationship Of Command), and includes rarities, Radio One sessions and choice B-sides ("Incetardis")- just about everything the educated or curious investigator needs.

As such, it traces the development of the band from an above-average RATM-style band to something inventive, original and groundbreaking. The only time the band come a cropper is on their well meant and appropriate covers; singer Cedric Bixler can't quite recreate one of Morrissey's finest performances. On their own material, however, they are pioneers. Spread the word. --Thom Allott