Adam & The Ants- Dirk Wears White Sox

Label: Columbia

Reissued 2006, Originally released 1979

Digitally re-mastered jewel case reissue of the New Wave act's debut album, originally released in 1979, Before the face paint, pirate outfits and theatrical performances and videos, Adam and his early Ants were Post-Punk art rockers covered in a dark, Gothic glaze. The tracks here capture early Adam in all his twisted glory, approaching Punk from different angles and creating an eclectic album that sounded like no-one else. Abrasive to some, engaging to others, Dirk Wears White Sox is an extremely creative and exciting artifact. After this album, half of these Ants went onto form Bow Wow Wow and Adam then put together a new version of the Ants that would become hugely successful barely a year later. Features seven bonus tracks, 'Whip in My Valise', 'Kick!', 'Physical', 'Cartrouble (Parts 1 & 2-Chris Hughes Mix), 'Friends', 'Cartrouble' (Single Version), & 'Kick' (Single Version). Sony.

Track listing:

Original November 1979 Album Release [Do-It RIDE 3]

1. Cartrouble (Parts 1 & 2)  
2. Digital Tenderness  
3. Nine Plan Failed  
4. Day I Met God
5. Tabletalk    
6. Cleopatra
7. Catholic Day  
8. Never Trust A Man (With Egg On His Face)  
9. Animals And Men
10. Family Of Noise
11. The Idea

Original July 1979 7" Release [Do-It DUN 8]

1. Zerox  
2. Whip In My Valise

Original March 1982 12" E.P. Release [Do-It DUNIT 20]

1. Kick  
2. Physical
3. Cartrouble (Parts 1 & 2)
4. Friends

Original March 1980 7" Release [Do-It DUN 10]

1. Cartrouble
   
2. Kick!