If I Was: The Very Best of Midge Ure & Ultravox
Ultravox · 1993
71 min · 17 tracks · new wave · synth-pop
A rich tapestry of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics that define the essence of 80s new wave.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- rich melodies for introspective listening
- mid-tempo flow for evening relaxation
- nostalgic vibes with emotional depth
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- seek immediate gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1993, Ultravox had experienced significant shifts, with 'If I Was: The Very Best of Midge Ure & Ultravox' serving as a retrospective compilation. This release followed their commercial peak in the early 1980s, particularly after hits like 'Vienna' and 'Dancing With Tears in My Eyes'. It marked a moment of reflection for the band and highlighted Midge Ure's dual role as both a frontman and a key songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 If I Was 5:21
- 2 No Regrets 4:02
- 3 Love’s Great Adventure 3:08
- 4 Dear God 5:02
- 5 Cold, Cold Heart 4:07
- 6 Vienna 4:39
- 7 Call of the Wild 4:21
- 8 After a Fashion 3:59
- 9 Dancing With Tears in My Eyes 4:11
- 10 All Fall Down 5:09
- 11 Yellow Pearl 3:20
- 12 Fade to Grey 3:48
- 13 Reap the Wild Wind 3:44
- 14 Answers to Nothing 3:40
- 15 Do They Know It’s Christmas? 3:48
- 16 That Certain Smile 4:09
- 17 The Man Who Sold the World 5:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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