

A picture disc done through Pallas in Germany is also quite a rarity so, although the format warrants reservations, this is about as well done as any ever could be.Ĭrucially, it will put ‘Pull Shapes’, ‘Why Did You Stay?’, ‘Judy’ and the simply spectacular chorus of ‘Because It’s Not Love (But It’s Still A Feeling)’ back in people’s ears and offer unmitigated euphoria during dark times. Trust us, we’ve just played them back to back. Sure, it does sound a little like a jumbo jet is pretty much permanently in the distance during quieter passages, but the vinyl master is a genuine night and day upgrade on the scratchy, distorted shitshow that was the original. While this might initially seem like a cause for caution, all is not as it seems. Memphis Industries have opted for a polka dot picture disc format for this reissue, taking inspiration from the band’s outfits on the cover. Pitched as an update of the early Sixties girl-group genre but ultimately an exercise in almost implausibly consistent melody, it remains a classic to this day.

While it didn’t quite propel the trio to stratospheric heights, those who heard it loved it. One of the very best pop albums of modern times, ‘We Are The Pipettes’ was originally released fifteen years ago. While Gwenno and Rose Elinor Dougall have both gone on to produce numerous impressive solo records, their early days as members of The Pipettes are still worthy of note. Let’s start there, but keep reading for news of some remarkable reissues later on.

