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3 unusual facts about Delta 5


Delta 5

In 2006, Kill Rock Stars released a compilation of early Delta 5 material called Singles & Sessions 1979-1981, capitalizing on the reemerging popularity of post-punk bands like Gang of Four and Wire.

A cover of "You" (with Japanese lyrics, and renamed "Saboten" (Cactus)) was recorded by Shonen knife and released on the band's 1982 debut Minna Tanoshiku.

Minna Tanoshiku

Especially of interest were the unreleased songs, "Saboten" (aka "Cactus"- a cover of Delta 5's "You" with new lyrics), and "Planet X".



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