Top tracks — play these first
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Brilliant — The title track serves as an anthem of revitalization, featuring soaring vocals paired with rich synth layers that encapsulate the album's core themes of hope and renewal.
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Flow — This track showcases a rhythmic pulse that underlines the band's signature electronic style while delivering lyrics that explore themes of change and adaptability.
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Remembering — With its reflective tone, this song delves into nostalgia, blending lush harmonies with poignant lyrics that evoke memories of past connections.
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Hello — This standout track features a captivating melody intertwined with expressive lyrics about longing and reconnection, making it a highlight of emotional depth on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- introspective vibes for quiet moments
- synth melodies for focused listening
- consistent flow across all tracks
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy excitement
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 25, 2012, 'Brilliant' marked Ultravox's first studio album in 28 years since 'U-Vox' in 1986. At this point, the band was reuniting after a successful tour in 2009, leading to renewed interest in their music and legacy. This album came during a phase of artistic revival for the group, as they sought to blend their iconic sound with contemporary influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Live 4:11
- 2 Flow 4:24
- 3 Brilliant 4:22
- 4 Change 4:30
- 5 Rise 4:04
- 6 Remembering 3:43
- 7 Hello 5:40
- 8 One 4:43
- 9 Fall 4:07
- 10 Lie 4:35
- 11 Satellite 3:58
- 12 Contact 4:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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