In September 1981, “Rough Trade” label released “Mecca”, the third Cabaret Voltaire studio album. It was recorded in May 1981, at “Western Works” in Sheffield, and was produced by Chris Watson, Richard H. Kirk and Stephen Mallinder.

Personnel:

• Christopher R. Watson– organ, tape, recording, design
• Richard H. Kirk– synthesizer, guitar, clarinet, horns, strings, recording, design
• Stephen Mallinder– vocals, bass guitar, bongos, recording,  design
• Nik Allday – drums
• Porky – mastering
• Neville Brody– design

Track listing:

All tracks Chris Watson, Richard H. Kirk and Stephen Mallinder.

1. A Touch of Evil
2. Sly Doubt
3. Landslide
4. A Thousand Waves
5. Red Mask
6. Split Second Feeling
7. Black Mask
8. Spread the Virus
9. A Touch of Evil (reprise)