Burning Bridges
Naked Eyes · 1983
43 min · 12 tracks · new wave
Synth-driven melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of early '80s new wave innovation.
Why this album works
'Burning Bridges' solidified Naked Eyes' place in the new wave scene, particularly with its lead single 'Promises, Promises,' which reached No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album received positive reviews for its catchy hooks and production style and is often noted for its influence on pop music's evolution during the 1980s.
- Career context
- Released on March 16, 1983, 'Burning Bridges' was Naked Eyes' sophomore album following their successful debut, which featured the hit 'Always Something There to Remind Me.' At this point in their career, the band was riding the wave of new wave popularity while attempting to establish a distinctive sound amidst a competitive musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roxy Music· Bronski Beat· Duran Duran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Voices in My Head 3:46
- 2 I Could Show You How 3:24
- 3 A Very Hard Act to Follow 4:01
- 4 Always Something There to Remind Me Standout 3:41
- 5 Fortune and Fame 3:16
- 6 Could Be 2:48
- 7 Burning Bridges 3:34
- 8 Emotion in Motion Standout 4:40
- 9 Low Life 3:51
- 10 The Time Is Now 3:22
- 11 When the Lights Go Out 3:00
- 12 Promises, Promises Standout 4:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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