Classix Nouveaux's "Never Never Comes" stands out as a polished pinnacle of their 1983 era, marking a shift toward a sophisticated, high-energy dance-rock sound. Taken from their final album Secret, the track is frequently praised for its "Eastern-influenced" melodies and slick production, which moved away from the band’s darker, minimalist post-punk roots into more commercial new wave territory. Critics and fans often cite it as a "lost hit" that showcased Sal Solo’s soaring vocals against a rich, rhythmic backdrop, with the 12-inch version particularly celebrated for its extended groove and club-ready arrangement.
Classix Nouveaux's 12-inch release of "Never Never Comes" is widely considered one of the most sophisticated entries in their discography, marking a confident shift toward a polished, club-ready sound. Produced by Alex Sadkin, the track strips away the raw, jagged edges of the band's earlier post-punk material in favour of a rhythmic, "Eastern-influenced" aesthetic often compared to the textured work of Japan. Sal Solo’s vocals are notably more controlled here, trading his signature theatrical shrieks for a deeper, more atmospheric delivery that anchors the song’s driving, synthetic groove.
The 12-inch format particularly shines by allowing the track's intricate production—complete with punchy synth riffs and aggressive dance beats—to breathe in an extended arrangement. Despite its high quality and clear commercial potential, contemporary reviews often highlight that the single suffered from a complete lack of promotional support from the label, leading it to miss the UK charts entirely. Today, the 12-inch remains a cult favourite among collectors, frequently cited on Discogs and by reviewers at AllMusic as a "lost hit" that remains a centerpiece of the band’s final album, Secret.
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A. Never Never Comes: 2:59
B1. Manitou (Extended Version): 5:57
B2. No Other Way: 4:49
This release is notable for containing the extended version of "Manitou", which is significantly longer than the standard album version. While "Never Never Comes" itself remains the standard length on this 12-inch pressing, it was a central track of the band's final studio album, Secret.
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