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.
Why this album works
This album marked Ultravox's growing influence in the new wave scene, showcasing their innovative use of synthesizers at a time when punk was dominating. Although it did not achieve massive commercial success initially, it received critical acclaim and laid the groundwork for their later hits, influencing numerous bands within the genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo exploration thoughtful listening for reflection evolving soundscapes with depth
- 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
- Duran Duran· Soft Cell· Modern Talking
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 ROckwrok Standout 3:35
- 2 The Frozen Ones 4:06
- 3 Fear in the Western World Standout 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 Standout 5:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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