Intro The Gift Recordings

This collection, originally released in October 1993, just prior to the band’s Island debut, includes all the singles Pulp recorded for Gift Records, including both the A- and B-sides. From the opening track, Space, Pulp’s confidence and talent for creating terrific pop singles are evident. Songs such as U, Razzamatazz and Babies showcase their signature sound: tight pop melodies and a theatrical approach that echoes the art rock of Roxy Music and David Bowie, but with a unique twist.The compilation includes the original single mix version of Babies, released in 1992, and is slightly different from the 1994 version available on the album His ‘n’ Hers. Sheffield: Sex City, a three-part story, features a spoken vocal contribution from keyboardist Candida Doyle (one of the rare times her voice is audible on a Pulp song) reciting a selection from the book My Secret Garden by Nancy Friday. Released as an exclusive RSD blue vinyl limited edition. Remastered at Abbey Road. Long out of print.