Live Acoustic America cover

Released 30 years ago

Live Acoustic America

Howard Jones · 1996

71 min · 17 tracks · new wave · pop rock · synth-pop

Stripped-down arrangements showcase emotive vocals against a backdrop of acoustic instrumentation and intimate storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate storytelling through acoustics
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • reflective moments for quiet evenings
  • emotive vocals in stripped arrangements
  • engaging sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy party music
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Howard Jones released 'Live Acoustic America' in 1996, he was transitioning from his synth-pop roots into more acoustic-driven performances. This album followed his commercial peak in the 1980s and served as a reflection of his artistic evolution, embracing a more personal and introspective sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Depeche Mode· Erasure· Pet Shop Boys

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro - Pearl in the Shell 3:44
  • 2 Don’t Always Look at the Rain 2:56
  • 3 Fallin’ Away 4:25
  • 4 Exodus / Come Together 5:29
  • 5 You Know I Love You Don’t You? 2:59
  • 6 Out of Thin Air 3:00
  • 7 One Last Try 3:55
  • 8 Like to Get to Know You Well 4:42
  • 9 City Song 5:02
  • 10 Lift Me Up 3:35
  • 11 Tape to Tape Rag 1:19
  • 12 Everlasting Love 5:56
  • 13 Life in One Day 6:18
  • 14 Things Can Only Get Better 5:01
  • 15 What Is Love? 4:17
  • 16 New Song 3:24
  • 17 No One Is to Blame 5:07

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