XTC's Iconic 'Drums and Wires' Reissued in New CD + Blu-ray Edition
By HiFi Editorial24 February 2026
Key Highlights
The iconic 1979 XTC album *Drums and Wires* is reissued as a CD+blu-ray set featuring new Dolby Atmos and 5.1 mixes by Steven Wilson.
The set includes the 2014 stereo mix with 2025 enhancements, original 1979 uncompressed audio, and bonus material like demos and session recordings.
Dolby Atmos mix offers an immersive auditory experience, revitalizing tracks such as "Making Plans For Nigel" and "Helicopter" with multidimensional soundscapes.
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