The Strange Idols Pattern and Other Short Stories

The Strange Idols Pattern and Other Short Stories
Studio album by Felt
Released	26 October 1984
Recorded	1984
Genre	Alternative rock, indie pop, jangle pop
Length	27:53
Label	Cherry Red
Producer	John Leckie
Felt chronology
The Splendour of Fear (1984) The Strange Idols Pattern and Other Short Stories (1984) Ignite the Seven Cannons (1985)
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The Strange Idols Pattern and Other Short Stories is the third album by English alternative rock band Felt, released in 1984.

Tracks 2, 4 and 7 are instrumental. "Crucifix Heaven" was omitted from recent reissues of the album. "Whirlpool Vision of Shame" is a re-recording of earlier single "My Face is on Fire" with new lyrics.

Track listing

All songs written by Lawrence and Maurice Deebank, except where noted.

1. "Roman Litter" - 3:31
2. "Sempiternal Darkness" (Deebank) - 2:15
3. "Spanish House" - 4:31
4. "Imprint" (Deebank) - 1:46
5. "Sunlight Bathed the Golden Glow" - 2:57
6. "Vasco Da Gama" - 3:41
7. "Crucifix Heaven" (Deebank) (removed from reissues)
8. "Dismantled King Is off the Throne" - 2:51
9. "Crystal Ball" - 2:57
10. "Whirlpool Vision of Shame" - 3:31

Personnel

Felt

• Lawrence – vocals, rhythm guitar
• Maurice Deebank – lead guitar
• Mick Lloyd – bass guitar
• Gary Ainge – drums

Production

• John Leckie – production

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