Enchanted cover

Enchanted

Marc Almond · 1990

46 min · 10 tracks · new wave · dark cabaret

A theatrical exploration of love and loss wrapped in lush orchestration and Almond's emotive vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical exploration of love
  • steady pacing for reflection
  • consistent emotional journey
  • lush orchestration for immersion

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat and fast tracks
  • prefer standalone single hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Enchanted' marked Marc Almond's return to solo work after his successful collaboration with Soft Cell. This album followed his commercial peak during the mid-1980s and showcased a more introspective and mature sound, reflecting the complexities of love and vulnerability.
Stylistic neighbors
Soft Cell· David Bowie· The Sisters of Mercy

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Madame De La Luna 4:47
  • 2 Waifs and Strays 5:08
  • 3 The Desperate Hours 4:27
  • 4 Toreador in the Rain 2:52
  • 5 Widow Weeds 5:38
  • 6 A Lover Spurned 5:37
  • 7 Deaths Diary 3:59
  • 8 The Sea Still Sings 3:48
  • 9 Carnival of Life 4:38
  • 10 Orpheus in Red Velvet 5:06

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata