What makes Bangs & Crashes by Go West notable?

'Bangs & Crashes' helped solidify Go West's presence in the UK pop scene during the mid-1980s, featuring remixes that appealed to club culture. The single 'We Close Our Eyes' achieved significant radio play, reaching high positions on the charts and helping define the sound of British synthpop during this era. Released in 1986, 'Bangs & Crashes' is Go West's first remix album, following their successful self-titled debut in 1985. At this point, the band had found commercial success with hits like 'We Close Our Eyes' and aimed to capitalize on their growing popularity while showcasing their dance-oriented sound.