Burning Blue Soul (1981) is an album released under the artist name of Matt Johnson. This album was re-released in 1983 under Matt Johnson's band's name, The The featuring on some tracks, very different mixes from the original 1981 "psychedelic eye" cover release. The original 1981 Matt Johnson credited release is highly sought after by collectors as the mixes on that release are thought to be far superior than the later 1983 re-release. The album is an accomplished debut, with a unique mix of guitar riffs, tape loops, and experimental electronics.

Track listing

All tracks by Matt Johnson

1."Red Cinders in the Sand" - 5:42
2."Song Without an Ending" - 4:35
3."Time (Again) for the Golden Sunset" - 3:51
4."Icing Up" - 7:36
5."(Like a) Sun Rising Through My Garden" - 5:01
6."Out of Control" - 2:01
7."Bugle Boy" - 2:27
8."Delirious" - 3:33
9."The River Flows East in Spring" - 3:33
10."Another Boy Drowning" - 5:53

Personnel

Pete Ashworth – Photography, Portrait Photography
B.C. Gilbert – Producer
Bruce Gilbert – Guitar, Piano, Producer
Andy Johnson – Artwork, Illustrations
Matt Johnson – Vocals, Producer, Instrumentation
G. Lewis – Guitar, Piano, Producer
Pete Maben – Producer
Ian Pye – Liner Notes
Ivo Watts-Russell – Producer
Howie Weinberg – Digital Remastering