| Defector | ||||
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| Studio album by Steve Hackett | ||||
| Released | June 1980 | |||
| Recorded | Spring 1980 at Wessex Sound Studios, London | |||
| Genre | Progressive rock | |||
| Length | 36:52 | |||
| Label | Charisma Records (original release) Virgin Records (1989 UK reissue) |
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| Producer | John Acock & Steve Hackett | |||
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Defector was the fourth solo album from former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett. It was released in 1980 on the Charisma label.
In 2005, Defector was remastered and re-released on Virgin Records. The new edition features updated liner notes and five bonus tracks.
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All songs written by Steve Hackett except where indicated
2005 Remaster Bonus Tracks
"Time To Get Out" and "The Toast" are sung by Pete, Dik & Steve together. "Leaving" and "The Show" are sung by Pete with the others adding harmonies. "Sentimental Institution" and the bonus track "Hercules Unchained" are sung by Pete alone. This is the only Steve Hackett album with vocals on which none of the lead vocals are by Hackett himself.
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