Ringing acoustic guitar heralds another
XTC classic. Unashamedly rural in feel with a folksy chorus and a melody that is strong but totally unpredictable, "Farmboy" is the soundtrack to a golden autumn. The B-side of the twelve-inch version features three live tracks including "Burning with Optimism's Flame", one of their finest songs. (
Martin Townsend, No 1, September 24, 1983)
I'm quite a fan of this band actually. I loved "Making Plans For Nigel", "Generals And Majors" and "Wonderland". I think this is great but it doesn't seem to fit the current pop climate. Maybe that's in its favour... (
Lenny Henry, Smash Hits, September 29, 1983)
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