Is Desire a good place to start with Hurts?

Yes, Desire is recommended as a starting point for new Hurts listeners. A polished blend of synth-pop melodies and introspective lyrics that captures yearning and emotional depth. Released on September 29, 2017, 'Desire' is the third studio album by Hurts, following their commercially successful sophomore effort, 'Exile' (2015). By this time, the duo had established a distinct sound within the synth-pop genre, and this album represents a continued evolution in their lyrical themes and sonic experimentation.

Desire works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, introspective emotional reflections and mid-tempo contemplative journeys.

How many songs are on Desire?

Desire has 13 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Desire

Hurts · 2017

44 min · 13 tracks · synth-pop

A polished blend of synth-pop melodies and introspective lyrics that captures yearning and emotional depth.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
introspective emotional reflections
mid-tempo contemplative journeys
layered, polished soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on September 29, 2017, 'Desire' is the third studio album by Hurts, following their commercially successful sophomore effort, 'Exile' (2015). By this time, the duo had established a distinct sound within the synth-pop genre, and this album represents a continued evolution in their lyrical themes and sonic experimentation.
Stylistic neighbors: The 1975· Chvrches· Empire of the Sun
If this clicks, go next to: Faith — Continues the emotional depth with a fresh sonic evolution.