The Stranglers gave 'Dark Matters' a good promotional push on release, leading to the album being given 'Bonus Tracks' versions in Japan and France. For Japan, we are treated to two live songs recorded at TSUTAYA O-West, Tokyo, Japan on the 5th November 2019 .. 'Toiler On The Sea' and 'Freedom Is Insane' plus a studio 'Down' (Japanese Version)' *Sung by JJ*. For the version released in France, we are treated to 'Down' (French Version)' *Sung by JJ*.
Those bonus tracks are exclusive to the Japanese and French releases and appear nowhere else.
I have only included scans for the French release where there are marked differences between the two.
Another unique combination made even more bizarre by, firstly, the choice of tracks and, secondly, the fact that there’s a labelling / pressing error on the release as the B side label actually states Let Me Introduce You To The Family but it plays Ain’t Nothin’ To It!. This beautiful rarity was only released in a company sleeve (which I find to be amazing)! My pressing is a promo, which has stamped Radio Urkupina on both record and sleeve. Incredibly hard to find. Deep pocket needed when found.
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