Crocodiles (Remastered, + 10 Extra Tracks) (1980)

"Inspired by psychedelia, sure. Bit of Jim Morrison in the vocals? OK, it's there. But for all the references and connections that can be drawn (and they can), one listen to Echo's brilliant, often harrowing debut album and it's clear when a unique, special band presents itself. Will Sergeant in particular is a revelation -- arguably only Johnny Marr and Vini Reilly were better English guitarists from the '80s. More than many before or since, he plays the electric guitar as just that, dedicated to finding out what can be done with it. Then there's McCulloch himself, and while the imagery can be cryptic, the delivery soars, even while his semi-wail conjures up. Brisk, wasting not a note, and burning with barely controlled energy, "Crocodiles" remains a deserved classic. The very worthwile expanded section contains the "Shine So Hard EP". Also included are early versions as well as the McCullough/Julian Cope collaboration "Read It in Books." (Allmusic)

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