DISCOGRAPHY FOR : Other Tourists Promos & Collectables

ARTIST : The Tourists

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Label : Silver Rarities

Record Label: Silver Rarities

This page dives deep into the hidden corners of The TouristsÂ’ discography, showcasing a treasure trove of rare collectables, promo-only releases, and unofficial recordings that chart the bandÂ’s brief but fascinating journey through late-’70s new wave. From elusive BBC transcription discs pressed in limited quantities for overseas broadcast, to Russian bootlegs with photocopied sleeves and mono sound, and Polish flexi-disc postcards that smuggled Western music behind the Iron Curtain—each item tells a story of underground fandom and global reach

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COLLECTORS DISCOGRAPHY FOR : Other Tourists Promos & Collectables

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The TouristsBBC Transcription DiscsAlbum
These rare BBC Transcription Discs capture live performances and radio sessions by The Tourists, offering a unique glimpse into the band’s early sound. Distributed to overseas radio stations, the discs were never commercially released and are now prized collector’s items. Featuring live renditions of tracks like “Blind Among the Flowers” and “So Good to Be Back Home Again,” they showcase the raw energy of Annie and Dave’s pre-Eurythmics work. These recordings are a vital part of the band’s archival legacy.
The TouristsRussian Flexi Disc BootlegsSingle
Manufactured by the fake Russian label Budkon (until the early nineties few records were imported into Russia / Soviet Union making quite a demand for these on the black market). All recordings are low quality as well as the black & white photo-copied wraparound's and each disc was produced in small quantities usually in an assortment of three different colours. Recorded in mono with a playing speed of 45 rpm.
The TouristsPolish Postcard SinglesSingle
Polish postcard singles were a unique format produced in Eastern Europe during the Cold War era, often featuring Western pop acts. The Tourists, DaveÂ’s pre-Eurythmics band with Annie, appeared on several of these unofficial releases. Typically printed on thin cardboard with a glossy image on one side and a playable vinyl-like surface on the other, these singles were sold cheaply and widely circulated despite being unauthorised. Tracks like Blind Among the Flowers and So Good to Be Back Home Again were among those issued in this format. For collectors, these postcard singles are prized for their rarity, unusual format, and the insight they offer into how Western music was consumed behind the Iron Curtain.
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