Ascension
A Flock of Seagulls · 2018
51 min · 12 tracks · new wave
A lush reimagining of synth-pop classics, blending orchestral arrangements with the band's signature ethereal vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Ran (orchestral version) Start here — This track captures the essence of the original hit while adding rich orchestral layers that evoke a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere. It serves as a centerpiece that showcases the band's evolution and artistic growth.
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Space Age Love Song (orchestral version) — Reimagined with sweeping strings, this version enhances the song's romantic themes, making it feel fresh yet familiar. Its lush instrumentation breathes new life into one of their most beloved tracks.
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The More You Live, the More You Love (orchestral version) — This track transforms the energetic original into a contemplative piece that emphasizes emotional depth through orchestration, highlighting the band's lyrical craftsmanship alongside their sonic evolution.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cinematic soundscapes for daydreaming
- wave-like pacing that evolves
- nostalgic melodies with lush arrangements
- immersive listening in solitude
- orchestral depth for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — A strong return after decades, showcasing innovation and vitality.
- Career context
- Released in 2018, Ascension is A Flock of Seagulls' first album in over 30 years, following their 1986 release, The Story So Far. This album marks a significant return to form for the band, showcasing their ability to reinterpret their iconic hits through orchestral versions, while also highlighting their enduring influence on the new wave genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Human League· Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
- 1 I Ran (orchestral version) Start here 6:22
- 2 Modern Love Is Automatic (orchestral version) 3:49
- 3 Telecommunication (orchestral version) 2:31
- 4 Space Age Love Song (orchestral version) 5:09
- 5 Ascension 1:12
- 6 Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You) 5:32
- 7 Nightmares (orchestral version) 4:38
- 8 DNA (orchestral version) 2:29
- 9 Electrics (orchestral version) 4:22
- 10 Transfer Affection (orchestral version) 5:42
- 11 The More You Live, the More You Love (orchestral version) 4:28
- 12 Man Made (orchestral version) 5:35
What to play next
String Theory
2021
Continues the orchestral elements with a fresh take on their sound.
The Light at the End of the World
1995
Explores similar lush textures and themes, setting up for Ascension.
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