Headlines and Deadlines – The Hits of A-ha
a-ha · 1991
68 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock
Ethereal synths and soaring melodies merge with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of 80s pop nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo nostalgia trip
- sing-along anthems for gatherings
- melodic reflections for quiet moments
- soaring melodies in headphones
- introspective listening on long drives
Maybe skip if you want
- need for immediate gratification
- prefer intense, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'Headlines and Deadlines' marked a pivotal moment for a-ha as they transitioned from their initial commercial peak with albums like 'Hunting High and Low'. This compilation showcased their evolution while providing a retrospective of their most significant hits up to that point. By this time, the band was exploring new musical territories while still holding onto their iconic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· The Human League
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Take On Me 3:47
- 2 Cry Wolf 4:06
- 3 Touchy 4:36
- 4 You Are the One (remix) 3:47
- 5 Manhattan Skyline 4:49
- 6 The Blood That Moves the Body 4:05
- 7 Early Morning 2:58
- 8 Hunting High and Low (remix) 3:47
- 9 Move to Memphis 4:16
- 10 I've Been Losing You 4:25
- 11 The Living Daylights 4:14
- 12 Crying in the Rain 4:23
- 13 I Call Your Name 4:51
- 14 Stay on These Roads 4:46
- 15 Train of Thought (remix) 4:15
- 16 The Sun Always Shines on TV 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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