This anthology brings together three electrifying live sessions recorded by Au Pairs for the BBCs John Peel Sessions, spanning the years 1979 to 1981.

These performances highlight the Birmingham post-punk pioneers tight live sound, capturing their raw, funk-driven energy, and Lesley Woods sharp lyrics.

Featured tracks include Its Obvious, Were So Cool, Set-Up, Armagh, Love Song, Come Again and more.

Track Listing

Side One

1. Monogamy *
2. Pretty Boys *
3. Come Again *
4. Ideal Woman *
5. Dear John **
6. Love Song **

Side Two

1. Its Obvious **
2. Repetition **
3. Were So Cool ***
4. Armagh ***
5. Set-Up ***
6. Headache ***

* 26 September 1979

** 28 May 1980

*** 21 January 1981

Format: Vinyl / 12 Album

Label: Room On Fire

Catalogue No: ROOM193

Barcode: 0729859422114

Release Date: 5 Dec 2025