The Fall – How I Wrote 'Elastic Man' / City Hobgoblins

The Fall – How I Wrote 'Elastic Man' / City Hobgoblins

A superb double A-side pairing from the ever-influential The Fall, How I Wrote 'Elastic Man' / City Hobgoblins captures the band's distinctive blend of angular post-punk, sharp social commentary, and uncompromising artistic vision. Led by the legendary Mark E. Smith, The Fall forged a unique path through the British underground, becoming one of the most important and enduring bands of the post-punk era.

How I Wrote 'Elastic Man' stands as one of the group's most celebrated recordings, featuring Smith's sardonic lyricism, jagged guitar lines, and an infectious, off-kilter groove that perfectly exemplifies The Fall's singular sound. On the flip side, City Hobgoblins delivers a driving, hypnotic performance built around repetition, rhythm, and the band's trademark sense of controlled chaos.

Influential on countless alternative, indie, and experimental artists, The Fall's catalogue remains essential listening for fans of adventurous guitar music. This release is a must-have for collectors of post-punk vinyl, Rough Trade-era independent music, and one of Britain's most original bands.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. How I Wrote 'Elastic Man' – 4:19

Side AA

1. City Hobgoblins – 2:20