Released: 11/10/19
Beggars Banquet presents Replicas – The First Recordings and The Pleasure Principle – The First Recordings, showcasing Gary Numan’s early 1979 demos that led to his breakthrough albums. Sourced from high-resolution digital transfers, these editions trace the evolution of both records with original tape sequencing, including rare and previously omitted tracks. Featuring sessions from Freerange Studio and a pivotal John Peel session, the release captures Numan’s transition from Tubeway Army to solo artist at the height of his rise.