Details: CD + Blu-ray edition. Digitally remixed and re-mastered edition of the British band's 1979 album. DRUMS & WIRES has been mixed for 5.1 Surround Sound from the original studio masters by Steven Wilson with input from Andy Partridge and is fully approved by XTC. CD features a completely new stereo album mix by Steven Wilson plus six additional singles and non-album tracks. Blu-ray features the new stereo album mix in 24bit/96khz LPCM audio, the original stereo album mix in 24bit/96khz LPCM audio, and three tracks from DJM mix sessions (for potential single mixes). Blu-ray exclusive: nine additional 5.1 mixes of singles and non-album tracks, instrumental versions of all new mixes in 24bit/96khz LPCM audio, five separate sessions marking the complete evolution of the album and associated recordings, and promo films for 'Life Begins at the Hop' and 'Making Plans for Nigel'. Housed in special packaging with expanded booklet and sleeve-notes by Andy Partridge, Colin Moulding and Dave Gregory.

XTC - Drums & Wires (CD)