Allegory and Self


Allegory And Self is a LP released by Psychic TV in 1988 that comprises a varied selection of their work.
Several versions have appeared, including the original picture disc and black vinyl versions in 1988 on Temple Records, Fundamental Records and on pink marbled vinyl. It has also appeared on CD in at least two versions, on Spin and Cleopatra. It has also been reissued in Russia.
The cover graphics feature Austin Osman Spare's General Allegory and other illustrations from his Automatic Drawings and Book Of Satyrs. In the original release there was included a book of what seems to be P-Orridge's own Book of Satyrs, with very Spare-ish pen-and-ink drawings and illuminations and key lyrics, handwritten.
The line-up for this recording included long-time PTV friend and collaborator Monte Cazazza.

Reception

Trouser Press described "Godstar" as "a catchy pop single".

Track listing

12" vinyl

Side One:
  1. "Godstar"
  2. "Just Like Arcadia"
  3. "Southern Comfort"
  4. "We Kiss"
  5. "She Was Surprised"
  6. "Caresse Song"
Side Two:
  1. "Starlit Mire"
  2. "Thee Dweller"
  3. "Being Lost"
  4. "Baby's Gone Away"
  5. "Ballet Disco"