What makes Love Is a Wonderful Colour by The Icicle Works notable?

The single achieved significant success, reaching the UK Singles Chart Top 40 and solidifying The Icicle Works' place in the burgeoning new wave movement. Its infectious melody and lyrical depth garnered critical acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its unique sound as emblematic of the era's musical innovation. Love Is a Wonderful Colour is The Icicle Works' debut single, released in January 1983, marking their entry into the alternative rock scene. Following a series of local performances in Liverpool, this track propelled them into the spotlight and set the stage for their self-titled debut album later that year.

How many songs are on Love Is a Wonderful Colour?

Love Is a Wonderful Colour has 3 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Love Is a Wonderful Colour

The Icicle Works · 1983

14 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and melodic hooks that encapsulate the essence of early '80s new wave.

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Love Is a Wonderful Colour (long version) — This track showcases the band's signature sound with its rich instrumentation and catchy chorus, perfectly capturing their artistic vision.
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Waterline — With its introspective lyrics and layered melodies, this track demonstrates the band's lyrical sophistication and musical versatility.
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In the Dance the Shaman Led — This song blends rhythmic complexity with evocative storytelling, highlighting The Icicle Works' ability to craft engaging narratives within their music.

Tracklist

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1 Love Is a Wonderful Colour (long version) 6:42
2 Waterline 3:58
3 In the Dance the Shaman Led 3:39

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