Ascension
A Flock of Seagulls · 2018
51 min · 12 tracks · new wave · synth-pop · New Romantic
Orchestral reimaginings of synth-pop classics weave lush arrangements with nostalgic melodies, evoking a cinematic grandeur.
Why this album works
'Ascension' is significant for its orchestral reinterpretations of classic tracks, showcasing the band's enduring influence on synth-pop. The album received positive attention for its fresh take on beloved songs, reaffirming A Flock of Seagulls' legacy and introducing their music to new audiences.
- Best for
- cinematic soundscapes for daydreaming wave-like pacing that evolves nostalgic melodies with lush arrangements
- Context
- Released in 2018, 'Ascension' is A Flock of Seagulls' first album since their 1995 release 'The Light at the End of the World'. The band, known for their pioneering work in the new wave and synth-pop scenes during the 1980s, aimed to reinterpret their iconic tracks through orchestral arrangements, marking a significant artistic direction after decades of evolving musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· New Order
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Ran (orchestral version) Standout 6:22
- 2 Modern Love Is Automatic (orchestral version) 3:49
- 3 Telecommunication (orchestral version) 2:31
- 4 Space Age Love Song (orchestral version) Standout 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) Standout 4:28
- 12 Man Made (orchestral version) 5:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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