Short Tracks: CHINA CRISIS – FLAUNT THE IMPERFECTION (POP/JAZZ)

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The Walter Becker-produced original recording from 1985 is already a masterpiece and a gem among China Crisis’ stellar albums. How can you make a great thing greater? This Best Live / Reissues of 2017 finalist adds 16 tracks on a second disc, giving you a glimpse into the band’s demos before they were fleshed out by Becker. There are also a slew of wonderful live recordings by China Crisis, and remixes. Newly uncovered versions of songs like “Strength of Character (Janice Long Session)” and “Bigger the Punch I’m Feeling” are worth the price of admission alone. Even so, the original album points to the genius of Walter Becker and the pop acumen of China Crisis.