Ha!-Ha!-Ha! cover

Ha!-Ha!-Ha!

Ultravox · 1977

34 min · 8 tracks · new wave · synth-pop

A blend of avant-garde sounds and emerging synth textures that encapsulate the spirit of late 70s British music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • thoughtful listening for reflection
  • evolving soundscapes with depth
  • late-night introspective sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1977, 'Ha!-Ha!-Ha!' is Ultravox's second album, following their self-titled debut. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from a more art rock sound to embrace the nascent new wave movement, experimenting with synthesizers and electronic elements that would define their future work.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode

Tracklist

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

  • 1 ROckwrok 3:35
  • 2 The Frozen Ones 4:06
  • 3 Fear in the Western World 4:00
  • 4 Distant Smile 5:21
  • 5 The Man Who Dies Every Day 4:12
  • 6 Artificial Life 5:00
  • 7 While I’m Still Alive 3:16
  • 8 Hiroshima Mon Amour 5:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata