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3 Ways Dave Gregory Changed XTC’s Sound on Drums and Wires

  1. Replaced keyboards with guitar Dave Gregory took over from keyboardist Barry Andrews, shifting the band’s sound from keyboard-driven to guitar-oriented.

  2. Brought guitar to the forefront Gregory’s playing made the guitar the central instrument, giving the album a sharper, more direct rock edge.

  3. Defined the band’s new direction This change set the stage for XTC’s move away from art-pop toward a tighter, guitar-led style.

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