A hidden gem in the magnificent Thomas Dolby catalogue, Astronauts & Heretics is a melodic tour-de-force. 

 

Includes the beautiful Cruel (featuring Eddi Reader), Eastern Bloc (the sequel to Europa And The Pirate Twins) and the should have been hit Close But No Cigar.

 

Eddie Van Halen guests on two tracks.

 

Repress. Limited numbered edition of 1000 copies on pink and clear marbled vinyl with a lyric insert.