The Crossing: Vinyl LP Essentials it marked a significant step

it marked a significant step forward from the group's debut album

plus favourites ‘Straight To Hell’ and ‘Know Your Rights’

he decided to channel all his energies into writing new music instead

Pressed on light green vinyl with alternate artwork

The Crossing: Vinyl LP Essentials it marked a significant stepFormed by ex Skids guitarist Stuart Adamson in 1981 with old friend Bruce Watson and, from 1982, rhythm section Tony Butler and Mark Brzezicki, Big Country proved a fascinating proposition, adding punk, new wave and even new romantic elements to heavy, meaning laden pop rock with a passionate Celtic slant and fierce integrity. Using effects, Adamson and Watson's chiming guitars evoked traditional Scottish instruments. This was unique and proved highly