Released: 04/08/23
By 1990, The Fall had endured 18 line-ups, with Mark E. Smith as the only constant, crafting obscure, rebellious music. Signing to Fontana marked a shift, with founding guitarist Martin Bramah returning and key members later dismissed, leading to the band’s first four-piece lineup. Their 1991 album Shift-Work—a commercial high point—features sharp critiques of the Madchester scene and personal reflections like Edinburgh Man. This reissue replicates the original release on high-quality 180g vinyl.