O/T: Catch My Fall - Billy Idol

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   I'm a little unclear on the releases of Billy Idol's "Catch My Fall" in 1984.

Discogs shows the LP version from Rebel Yell as running 3:57.

The single sometimes shows Special Remix / Remixed especially for Album Radio, and lists a time of 3:43.

Finally is the 1988 "Remix Fix" which lists a time of 5:11.

In my library, I have two, 3:43 files that are different. Both start with synth chords, but one has the drum beat immediately while the other delays the drums kicking in until 8 seconds in.

Did the LP have two different versions over time, or is the time wrong on Discogs (or the label)?

Which version was the "single" or "promo" version?

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NightAire Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Music Fan Joined: 20 February 2010 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 17	Post Options Post Reply Quote NightAire Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: O/T: Catch My Fall - Billy Idol Posted: 04 May 2023 at 11:28am
	I'm a little unclear on the releases of Billy Idol's "Catch My Fall" in 1984. Discogs shows the LP version from Rebel Yell as running 3:57. The single sometimes shows Special Remix / Remixed especially for Album Radio, and lists a time of 3:43. Finally is the 1988 "Remix Fix" which lists a time of 5:11. In my library, I have two, 3:43 files that are different. Both start with synth chords, but one has the drum beat immediately while the other delays the drums kicking in until 8 seconds in. Did the LP have two different versions over time, or is the time wrong on Discogs (or the label)? Which version was the "single" or "promo" version?
	Gene Savage http://www.BlackLightRadio.com http://www.facebook.com/TulsaSavage Tulsa, Oklahoma USA

Bellenger1981 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Music Fan Joined: 18 July 2019 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote Bellenger1981 Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 May 2023 at 12:29pm
	I see the LP version listed at 3:57 everywhere, but I can only find a ~ 3:42 length. Even a YouTube video that shows the "Rebel Yell" LP version playing (assuming that it is real) clocks in around 3:42. The single/promo version is the "Special Remix", which was mixed by Mick Guzauski and Keith Forsey. This is the version that, as you pointed out, begins with the drum beat immediately. It was used in the official promo video as well. The LP version is the version with the drums kicking in at about 8 seconds. Edited by Bellenger1981
	Jason Bellenger Byron Center, Michigan, USA

eriejwg Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Music Fan Joined: 10 June 2007 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 120	Post Options Post Reply Quote eriejwg Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 May 2023 at 2:18pm
	I'd forgotten about this song. I found the 45 version on Qobuz on 1980s Soft Rock For Kids.
	John Gallagher Erie, PA Celebrating 28 years as a full-time wedding & special event DJ!

NightAire Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Music Fan Joined: 20 February 2010 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 17	Post Options Post Reply Quote NightAire Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 May 2023 at 2:34pm
	Thank you for this, Jason! That's exactly what I needed to know.
	Gene Savage http://www.BlackLightRadio.com http://www.facebook.com/TulsaSavage Tulsa, Oklahoma USA

Bellenger1981 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Music Fan Joined: 18 July 2019 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote Bellenger1981 Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 May 2023 at 2:56pm
	You're welcome, Gene. This has always been one of my favorite songs, especially the "Special Remix" (45 version). FYI. The 45 version is on Billy Idol import CD compilations "Idol Songs - 11 of the Best" (1988), which was reissued in 2003 as "The Essential", and "Essential" (2011). His U.S. compilations seem to always feature the LP version. Edited by Bellenger1981
	Jason Bellenger Byron Center, Michigan, USA