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Islands

Kajagoogoo · 1984

69 min · 16 tracks · new wave · pop rock · synth-pop

A vibrant mix of synth-pop melodies and new wave rhythms that evoke a sense of nostalgia and adventure.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • nostalgic reflective moments
  • wave-like pacing experience
  • immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 21, 1984, 'Islands' was Kajagoogoo's second studio album, following their successful debut 'White Feathers.' At this point, the band was transitioning from the initial fame of their hit 'Too Shy,' seeking to solidify their identity in the evolving new wave scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· Howard Jones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Lion's Mouth 3:34
  • 2 Big Apple 4:09
  • 3 The Power to Forgive 4:44
  • 4 Melting the Ice Away 5:15
  • 5 Turn Your Back on Me 4:00
  • 6 Islands 4:50
  • 7 On a Plane 4:13
  • 8 Part of Me Is You 3:55
  • 9 The Loop 4:38
  • 10 Turn Your Back on Me (Thompson & Barbiero US Mix) 3:56
  • 11 The Pump Rooms of Bath 2:31
  • 12 The Garden (Instrumental) 2:51
  • 13 Monochromatic (Live) 4:08
  • 14 Big Apple (Metro Mix) 6:05
  • 15 The Lion's Mouth (The Beast Mix) 5:37
  • 16 Turn Your Back on Me (Extended Dance Mix) 5:03

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata