Released 40 years ago
Book of Love
Book of Love · 1986
73 min · 17 tracks · new wave
Synth-driven melodies intertwine with ethereal vocals to create a dreamy soundscape of new wave pop.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Touch Roses — This track exemplifies Book of Love's signature sound, merging catchy melodies with introspective lyrics about love and longing, making it an enduring favorite.
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Modigliani (Lost in Your Eyes) — With its lush synth arrangements and poignant lyrics, this track encapsulates the album's romantic essence and showcases the band's unique charm.
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White Lies — This song stands out for its darker undertones and compelling narrative about deception, contrasting with the album's generally upbeat vibe.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dreamy, atmospheric soundscapes
- dynamic shifts in mood
- long, immersive listening sessions
- nostalgic late-night vibes
- melodic emotional explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Book of Love's debut album arrived in 1986, following the band's formation in 1985 and their earlier singles. At this point, they were establishing their presence in the new wave scene, setting the stage for their blend of synth-pop and romantic themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Human League· Depeche Mode· Erasure
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Touch Roses
The moment shifts from an optimistic view of love to a haunting reflection on loss as it progresses.
This transition deepens the emotional impact by juxtaposing hope against heartbreak, revealing a complex understanding of relationships.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Modigliani (Lost in Your Eyes) 4:01
- 2 You Make Me Feel So Good 4:02
- 3 Still Angry 3:23
- 4 White Lies 3:53
- 5 Lost Souls 4:52
- 6 Late Show 3:38
- 7 I Touch Roses 3:26
- 8 Yellow Sky 4:44
- 9 Boy 2:59
- 10 Happy Day 2:32
- 11 Die Matrosen 3:06
- 12 Book of Love 4:35
- 13 Modigliani (Lost in Your Eyes) (I Dream of Jeanne mix) 7:45
- 14 Modigliani (Requiem Mass) 4:02
- 15 You Make Me Feel So Good (Flutter mix) 6:05
- 16 I Touch Roses (Long Stemmed version) 5:46
- 17 Boy (extended mix) 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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