The Icicle WorksThe Icicle Works

Genre:

Rock

Style:

Indie Rock

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Tracklist

Chop The Tree
Love Is A Wonderful Colour
Reap The Rich Harvest
As The Dragonfly Flies
Lovers' Day
In The Cauldron Of Love
Out Of Season
A Factory In The Desert
Birds Fly (Whisper To A Scream)
Nirvana

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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – 206 187 Europe 1984 Europe1984
    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984-07-21, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA-6116 Japan 1984 Japan1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984-03-23, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA 50 UK 1984 UK1984
    Cover of Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl Icicle Works
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    Arista – AL 6-8202 US 1984 US1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – VOG-1-3337 Canada 1984 Canada1984
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    Cover of Icicle Works, 1984, Cassette Icicle Works
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    Arista – AC6-8202 US 1984 US1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Cassette The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEG C50 UK 1984 UK1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Cassette The Icicle Works
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    Vertigo – VOG4-1-3337 Canada 1984 Canada1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA 50 New Zealand 1984 New Zealand1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Virgin – 70250 1984 1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – VOM-1-3337 Canada 1984 Canada1984
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA 50 Australia 1984 Australia1984
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    Cover of Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl Icicle Works
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    Virgin – 620405 Portugal 1984 Portugal1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA 50 Italy 1984 Italy1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – 58016 Greece 1984 Greece1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – VOG-1-3337 Canada 1984 Canada1984
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    Beggars Banquet – 58016 Greece 1984 Greece1984
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    The Icicle Works
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    Vertigo – VOM4-1-3337 Canada 1984 Canada1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA 50 Australia 1984 Australia1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – I 206187 Spain 1984 Spain1984
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    Cover of Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl Icicle Works
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    Arista – AL 6-8202 US 1984 US1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – 206 187 Europe 1984 Europe1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984-07-21, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA-6116 Japan 1984 Japan1984
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    The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA 50 UK 1984 UK1984
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    Cover of Icicle Works, 1984, Cassette Icicle Works
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    Arista – AC6-8202 US 1984 US1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1984-03-23, Vinyl The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BEGA 50 Ireland 1984 Ireland1984
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    Cover of Icicle Works, 1984, Vinyl Icicle Works
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    Arista – AL 6-8202 US 1984 US1984
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    Cover of Icicle Works, 1984, Cassette Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – AC6-8202 US 1984 US1984
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 1988-08-13, CD The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – BBL 50 CD UK 1988 UK1988
    Cover of Icicle Works, 1989, CD Icicle Works
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    Arista – ARCD-8202 US 1989 US1989
    Cover of The Icicle Works, 2006, CD The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – IW 2038 CD UK 2006 UK2006
    Cover of The Icicle Works, 2006, CD The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – WPCB-20023 Japan 2008 Japan2008
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    Cover of The Icicle Works, 2022-03-01, File The Icicle Works
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    Beggars Banquet – none Worldwide 2022 Worldwide2022
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    Reviews

    • sbclar's avatar
      sbclar
      On this cd, the track "Waterline" is the U.S. version, which is about 15 seconds longer than the B-side version (UK), as well as being a different mix.
      • Akilles2010's avatar
        Akilles2010
        This album is just so good,listen to Birds fly(whisper to a scream)and you know why.All tracks are masterclass songwriting.The b side of the single was called Reverie girl,another masterpiece in sonwriting from Ian Mcnabb,and that didn’t even make the album.10/10
        • mroutt2's avatar
          mroutt2
          Just found this at my local record store and knew in the back of my mind, "Icicle Works" has a pretty cool song and I am a big fan of 80s alternative/New Wave, so I picked it up. I was then very pleased to hear "Whisper to a Scream" right of the gate, what a GREAT song. This is one of those bands/releases that at their time were putting out amazing forward-looking music right alongside the starts of some of our MUCH more successful alternative bands in 83/84, The Cure, U2, REM, The Smiths, the list goes on an on. It just wasn't meant to be for these guys to get that big.....strange how that goes sometimes.
          • joeldf's avatar
            joeldf
            I have a different variant than those listed. Side A has A2F- a Side B has A4D. There is also a stamped sideways "1" opposite the cat number etch on both side.

            And, mine did not come with a printed inner sleeve. Instead, I got a poly sleeve with one "ARISTA" printed on mid-upper right side of both sides. At least it's the medium weight poly that holds it's shape better while inserting back in the cover and not the super thin poly that gets wrinkled no matter how careful you are.
            • TheOubliette's avatar
              TheOubliette
              Safely within my top 10 best debut releases ever!

              One of the main reasons being I always found the flow of the song-list to be masterfully arranged, with every cut complementing the one before and nicely setting up the following one. I recently became aware that, since I only ever heard/owned Arista releases (Cass/CD) that everyone else in the world was experiencing a completely different song list. It's almost as if Arista swapped sides A and B, with a few tweaks thrown in. It makes me want to track down a Beggars... release and compare the feel of both. Oh, and finally hear "Reap The Rich Harvest" which is missing on the Arista releases. Why would they do this, and better, why would the band allow it?
              • mikeSF_'s avatar
                mikeSF_
                Edited 3 years ago
                In the mid-eighties I was introduced to this band via this record and became instantly hooked. My first impressions were they were an extremely tight English new wave/alt rock band, with some great songwriting and drum-forward sound. I wore out my cassette tape and then found it on CD and was happy.

                Last year, I bought a turntable and began building a vinyl collection from scratch. First on the list were this, The Church Starfish, and and XTC Skylarking. This one has been the hardest to locate but I finally just acquired a clean copy and it sounds amazing.

                I'm impressed at how good this record sounds on vinyl. Given the indie nature of the band, I suspected I would be disappointed with a subpar vinyl pressing. Not so. Nice full response, super punchy drums, vocals are prominent, and plenty of sparkly top end to keep things interesting. Over the years, I've memorized every note and every word, so it was a real treat hearing this with fresh ears.

                If you've never explored this band, take a chance. Of course, it's not everyone's taste, but there's some great talent to be found here. Unfortunately, they could not repeat the magic with subsequent albums, IMO, So this one stands out as the moment the stars aligned and Icicle Works produced a perfect record.

                Recommended.

                • Ubangistomp's avatar
                  Ubangistomp
                  This but
                  Side A BEGA-50-A1 IT’S ONLY A HOBBY ARUN MT
                  Side B BEGA-50-B1 MT 14 etched
                  • FpCassini's avatar
                    FpCassini
                    Q: is this in a standard double jewel case? Thx.
                    • Tb-303's avatar
                      Tb-303
                      This album is a masterpiece. There are very few albums in the world where every single song is exceptional and this is one of them to be sure. Totally ignore the rating below 4 above, those people obviously haven't listened to this album the countless times that I have. This band is way underrated and this album is extremely underrated. It's a classic to say the least, so do yourself a favor and really listen to it before you give it a rating of anything under a 5 star. I have exceptional taste in music and it's just a crime to see people that don't appreciate a classic like this. I could go on and on about each individual song but why should I when they are all awesome, totally awesome!
                      • ealdrett's avatar
                        ealdrett
                        Anyone have a copy on clear vinyl, if it even exists?

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