Anthology: The Phonogram Years is a compilation album that covers the Mission’s career from 1986 to 1991, when they were signed to the Phonogram label. It includes their most popular songs, such as Wasteland, Severina, Tower of Strength and Butterfly on a Wheel, as well as rare tracks, B-sides and remixes. The album also features guest appearances by Martin Gore from Depeche Mode, John Paul Jones from Led Zeppelin and Julianne Regan from All About Eve.
Anthology: The Phonogram Years was a commercial success, reaching number 10 on the UK Albums Chart. It was also well-received by critics, who praised its comprehensiveness and its celebration of one of the most important bands in the gothic rock genre.
The personnel of the album Anthology: The Phonogram Years by The Mission are:
- Wayne Hussey – vocals, guitars, keyboards
- Craig Adams – bass
- Mick Brown – drums
- Simon Hinkler – guitars, keyboards
- John Paul Jones – producer on track 1-14
- Tim Palmer – producer on tracks 2-4, 2-7 and 2-8
- Mark “Spike” Stent – engineer on track 1-14, remix on track 2-15
- Utah Saints – remix on track 2-12
- Julien Potter – artwork and design
- Dermot James – compilation producer
- Gary Moore – mastering
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