Prefab Sprout - Don't Sing (Kitchenware)

This one reminded me so much of The Associates but without Billy's wonderful voice. The time changes and chord sequences are reminiscent of Aztec Camera and this can only mean: a) a hit; b) a severe rise in credibility; or c) hopefully both. I really like it. Single Of the Fortnight. (Martyn Ware, Smash Hits, January 19, 1984)

With a name like Prefab Sprout you'd expect something a wee bit eccentric, and 'Don't Sing' is no disappointment. A lot of folk are making a fuss over these three lads and a lass from Newcastle. On first hearing this record it's hard to see why, but its oddball melody and rambling flute soon grow on you. Should do well in Brussels. (Paul Simper, No 1, January 7, 1984)

I like the harmonica. It's not the sort of record I'd normally go for, but 1 quite like it. They're an interesting group, although I don't know whether it will be a hit. (Stewart Copeland, Record Mirror, January 28, 1984)