Forever Now
The Psychedelic Furs · 1982
67 min · 16 tracks · new wave · post-punk
A shimmering blend of haunting melodies and rich textures that encapsulate the essence of early 80s new wave.
Why this album works
'Forever Now' is notable for its critical reception, with tracks like 'Love My Way' becoming staples of the new wave genre. The album helped secure the band's presence on the UK charts, particularly as they began to garner international attention, influencing later artists in alternative rock and new wave scenes.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks haunting melodies for introspection dynamic journey through emotions
- Context
- Released in January 1982, 'Forever Now' marked The Psychedelic Furs' third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the more commercially successful 'Talk Talk Talk'. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves within the post-punk landscape, solidifying their sound with a mix of darker themes and melodic sophistication.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Muse· Radiohead· Depeche Mode· David Bowie· Placebo· Blur· Manic Street Preachers· Bryan Adams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Forever Now 5:35
- 2 Love My Way Standout 3:33
- 3 Goodbye Standout 3:56
- 4 Only You and I 4:25
- 5 Sleep Comes Down 3:51
- 6 President Gas Standout 5:19
- 7 Run and Run 3:48
- 8 Danger 2:37
- 9 No Easy Street 4:06
- 10 Yes I Do (Merry‐Go‐Round) 3:54
- 11 Alice’s House (early version) 4:17
- 12 Aeroplane 3:25
- 13 I Don’t Want to Be Your Shadow 3:50
- 14 Mary Go Round 3:52
- 15 President Gas (live) 5:15
- 16 No Easy Street (live) 5:37
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