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Swindon honours punk legends XTC with new art
23 Jul
Summary
- A new sculpture honors the globally famous punk band XTC.
- Fans worldwide supported the fundraising for the XhibitA artwork.
- Former drummer Terry Chambers expressed surprise and humility.
A new sculpture named XhibitA has been installed in Swindon's Queen's Park, celebrating the influential 1970s punk rock band XTC. The band, despite not having toured since the 1980s, has cultivated a dedicated global cult following.
The XhibitA sculpture's installation on Saturday was made possible by a fundraising campaign spearheaded by local fans, Mike Smith and Graham Carter. This initiative saw significant financial backing from XTC's international fanbase.
Reflecting on the tribute, former band member Terry Chambers, the drummer, shared his astonishment and deep sense of gratitude. He stated that being remembered so many years later was "humbling" and something he had never imagined.
