Colin Newman - Provisionally Entitled The Singing Fish (Vinyl LP | UK Original | 1981)

Colin Newman – Provisionally Entitled The Singing Fish was released in 1981 on 4AD and is a solo album by the singer and guitarist of post-punk band Wire. Instead of conventional songs, it offers twelve mostly instrumental pieces ("Fish 1" to "Fish 12") – atmospheric, experimental and with ambient touches. An early and sought-after 4AD release.

On offer is the original UK pressing from 1981 on 4AD (CAD 108).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: 4AD - CAD 108
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: UK Original
• Country: UK
• Released: 1981
• Genre: Electronic, New Wave, Experimental, Ambient – more in Experimental

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+ (wear)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Fish 1
2. Fish 2
3. Fish 3
4. Fish 4
5. Fish 5
6. Fish 6

Side B

1. Fish 7
2. Fish 8
3. Fish 9
4. Fish 10
5. Fish 11
6. Fish 12

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original UK pressing from 1981 on 4AD (CAD 108).

Are there vocals on the album?
Hardly – the album consists mostly of instrumental pieces titled "Fish 1" to "Fish 12".

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Experimental collection.