CrazyShow Excerpts
Alphaville · 2003
251 min · 48 tracks · synth-pop
Synth-laden melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of early 2000s pop nostalgia.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its exploration of themes like love and existentialism, resonating well with fans and critics alike. It contributed to a renewed interest in synth-pop during the early 2000s, influencing a wave of electronic music artists and garnering positive reviews from music publications.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks nostalgic synth-laden melodies introspective lyrics for reflection
- Context
- When 'CrazyShow Excerpts' was released in 2003, Alphaville was navigating a resurgence in popularity following their earlier successes in the 1980s. This album marked their return to the mainstream after a period of relative obscurity, showcasing a blend of classic synth-pop sound with contemporary influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lykke Li· Modern Talking· Duran Duran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 State of Dreams Standout 6:32
- 2 Ship of Fools 4:35
- 3 Zoo 5:54
- 4 C Me Thru 3:48
- 5 Upside Down Standout 5:09
- 6 And as for Love 4:10
- 7 Girl From Pachacamac 4:10
- 8 Carry Your Flag 5:43
- 9 Moon Girl 5:07
- 10 Return to Paradise, Part 2 7:44
- 11 Those Wonderful Things 5:17
- 12 On the Beach 10:26
Disc 2
- 1 Wonderboy 3:37
- 2 Hurricane 5:57
- 3 Do the Strand 5:15
- 4 Still Falls the Rain 4:24
- 5 Ways 5:56
- 6 The II Girlz 4:55
- 7 Heartbreaker 2:05
- 8 Waiting 4 the Nu Lite 6:47
- 9 Shadows She Said (Omerta) 4:33
- 10 Crazyshow Standout 9:01
- 11 Moonboy (Thank You) 4:59
- 12 Miracle Healing 4:59
Disc 3
- 1 Stranger Than Dreams 3:48
- 2 Giants 4:05
- 3 Wish You Were Dead / Wishful Thinking (original demo) 4:24
- 4 About a Heart 4:42
- 5 For the Sake of Love (demo-instrumental) 3:51
- 6 Sounds Like a Melody (MaXx Mystery's 80's remix) 4:20
- 7 Something 3:56
- 8 Because of U (Band-Rehearsal Around) 4:30
- 9 Inside Out / Thou Shalt Not (remix) 4:25
- 10 The Opium Den 6:51
- 11 Last Summer on Earth 4:44
- 12 Diamonds Are 4 Eva 3:13
Disc 4
- 1 Return to Paradise, Part 1 3:04
- 2 State of Dreams Standout 4:23
- 3 Scum of the Earth 3:34
- 4 Upside Down Standout 5:54
- 5 Shadows She Said 4:30
- 6 First Monday in the Y3K 3:04
- 7 Moon Girl 4:32
- 8 Waiting for the Nu Lite 4:19
- 9 Those Wonderful Things 4:52
- 10 C Me Thru 3:32
- 11 Moon Boy 4:19
- 12 Miracle Healing 21:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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