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A Flock of Seagulls · 1983
57 min · 13 tracks · new wave · synth-pop · New Romantic
A swirling blend of synths and melodic hooks, capturing the essence of early '80s new wave.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)', which reached the top 30 in the US charts, further establishing their place in pop culture. Additionally, 'Listen' contributed to the band's recognition as key figures in the new romantic movement, influencing later synth-pop artists.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- By the time 'Listen' was released in 1983, A Flock of Seagulls had already gained fame with their self-titled debut album. This follow-up aimed to solidify their presence in the burgeoning new wave scene, showcasing a more polished sound and ambitious production following the success of hits like 'I Ran'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· New Order
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You) Standout 5:31
- 2 Nightmares Standout 4:37
- 3 Transfer Affection 5:21
- 4 What Am I Supposed to Do 4:11
- 5 The Fall 4:28
- 6 Rosenmontag 4:03
- 7 Electrics 3:33
- 8 The Traveller 3:26
- 9 2:30 1:00
- 10 Over the Border 5:02
- 11 (It’s Not Me) Talking 4:59
- 12 Quicksand 4:44
- 13 The Last Flight of Yuri Gagarin Standout 6:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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