Tracklist:

1. Bellhead
2 Optimo – Instrumental Mix by Optimo (Espacio)

DFA no doubt owes a very large part of its existence to the incredible, indelible Liquid Liquid, so it is with great and humble honor that we release this 12 from the New York no wave legends, a double a-side package featuring sorta-new versions of classic Liquids tracks.

This torrential take on Bellhead was recorded and produced by James Murphy and Tim Goldsworthy in 2004 and originally appeared on DFAs Compilation #2. Its an all-timer percussion workout, bursting at the seams with marimba, drums, and, yes, all manner of bells, a far cry for the see-saw slouch of the original.

The other side is a heretofore unreleased version of Optimo, which – bear with us here – was rerecorded by the Liquids in 2008 and then remixed by Optimo (Espacio), the Glaswegian duo who are named in tribute to the song in question. So, Optimo the song remixed by Optimo the people.

If you followed that, then you know. If not, just remember that were all showing up here because of how important and essential this band remains.