Dancing with Tears in My Eyes
Ultravox · 1997
62 min · 16 tracks · new wave · synth-pop
Synth-driven melodies and reflective lyrics create a haunting atmosphere of nostalgia and longing.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its commercial performance, reaching number 12 on the UK Albums Chart. Additionally, Ultravox's blend of classic new wave elements with contemporary influences showcased their adaptability, influencing a resurgence of interest in synth-pop during the late 90s.
- Best for
- nostalgic reflections on past love dynamic journey with emotional peaks haunting melodies for evening introspection
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Dancing with Tears in My Eyes' marked Ultravox's return after a decade-long hiatus since their last studio album, 'U-Vox' (1986). This phase saw the band exploring new sonic landscapes while retaining their signature synth-pop sound, as they aimed to reconnect with their audience amidst changing musical trends.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Soft Cell· Modern Talking
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sleepwalk 3:13
- 2 Waiting 3:52
- 3 Passing Strangers 3:51
- 4 Vienna (single edit) Standout 4:38
- 5 Passionate Reply 4:18
- 6 The Voice (single edit) 4:24
- 7 Hymn (single edit) Standout 4:25
- 8 Monument 3:17
- 9 We Came to Dance 4:09
- 10 Dancing With Tears in My Eyes (single edit) 4:05
- 11 Reap the Wild Wind 3:46
- 12 Love’s Great Adventure 3:08
- 13 White China (live) 3:46
- 14 All Fall Down 5:09
- 15 Dreams? 2:32
- 16 All in One Day (single edit) 4:17
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