Why this album works
This greatest hits album reached notable commercial success, charting well in several countries and solidifying ABC's legacy within the new wave genre. The album features some of their most critically acclaimed tracks, which have continued to influence pop music and are often cited in discussions about the era's musical landscape.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout for nostalgic evenings romantic vibes for cozy moments
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Look of Love – The Very Best of ABC' compiles the band's most significant hits from their peak period during the early 1980s. At this point, ABC had established themselves as a leading force in the new wave movement, following their breakthrough album 'Lexicon of Love' in 1982. This compilation serves both as a retrospective and a celebration of their influential sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· giorge mijael· Pet Shop Boys· Radiohead· Girls Aloud· Blur· Sheena Easton· Simply Red
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Look of Love Standout 3:29
- 2 All of My Heart 4:49
- 3 Poison Arrow Standout 3:23
- 4 When Smokey Sings Standout 4:19
- 5 That Was Then but This Is Now 3:34
- 6 Tears Are Not Enough 3:29
- 7 How to Be a Millionaire 3:34
- 8 The Night You Murdered Love 4:52
- 9 Peace and Tranquility 4:04
- 10 One Better World 4:30
- 11 S.O.S. 4:24
- 12 King Without a Crown 4:40
- 13 Be Near Me 3:38
- 14 Ocean Blue 3:38
- 15 Vanity Kills 3:34
- 16 The Real Thing 4:55
- 17 Blame 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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