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.
Why this album works
'Islands' peaked at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart and showcased a more mature sound compared to their debut. The album's singles, particularly 'The Lion's Mouth,' contributed to the band's continued visibility in the pop landscape during the mid-1980s, despite facing challenges in sustaining chart success.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys nostalgic reflective moments wave-like pacing experience
- 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 Standout 3:34
- 2 Big Apple Standout 4:09
- 3 The Power to Forgive 4:44
- 4 Melting the Ice Away Standout 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
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