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Echo & the Bunnymen - Crocodiles

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Crocodiles is the debut studio album by English band Echo & the Bunnymen, released by Korova in 1980. A UK top-20 record, it includes "Rescue" and "Pictures on My Wall" and established the group's early combination of post-punk rhythms, dramatic vocals, sharp guitar work and psychedelic atmosphere. It is a central example of the Liverpool band's leaner early sound, before the broader orchestration heard on some later recordings.

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Who produced Echo & the Bunnymen's debut album Crocodiles?

The album was produced by Bill Drummond and David Balfe, who were later known for their work with the Teardrop Explodes and the KLF. Drummond's production helped establish the band's atmospheric, post-punk sound on this 1980 release.

Did Echo & the Bunnymen use a drum machine on the Crocodiles album?

Yes, the band famously used a drum machine during this era before Pete de Freitas joined them as their full-time drummer. The drum machine was a significant part of their early identity and can be heard driving the rhythms throughout the record.

What record label released Crocodiles in the UK?

The album was released in the UK by Korova Records, which was a subsidiary of Warner Music Group. It later saw US distribution through Sire Records, helping to expose the Liverpool band to an international audience.

What are the most popular songs on Echo & the Bunnymen's Crocodiles?

The standout tracks include "Rescue" and "Pictures on My Wall," both of which were released as singles. "Rescue" famously features Ian McCulloch's opening line, "Is this what you wanted?"

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