What makes Mosaic by Wang Chung notable?

'Mosaic' features the hit single 'Everybody Have Fun Tonight,' which reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album solidified Wang Chung's place in pop culture and is often recognized for its catchy melodies and danceable tracks, contributing to the soundtrack of the era's vibrant nightlife. Released in January 1986, 'Mosaic' was Wang Chung's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Points on the Curve' two years earlier. By this time, the band had established themselves as a prominent act in the new wave scene of the mid-1980s, building on their hit singles to create a more polished sound that appealed to mainstream audiences.

Mosaic works well if you're into danceable rhythms for gatherings, steady pacing for road trips and infectious hooks for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Mosaic?

Mosaic has 8 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

Mosaic

Wang Chung · 1986

40 min · 8 tracks · new wave

Synth-driven melodies and infectious hooks define this vibrant new wave pop album, balancing danceable rhythms with introspective lyrics.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

danceable rhythms for gatherings
steady pacing for road trips
infectious hooks for sing-alongs
introspective moments in the sun

Maybe skip if you want

seekers of instant gratification
prefer standalone track variety

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1986, 'Mosaic' was Wang Chung's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Points on the Curve' two years earlier. By this time, the band had established themselves as a prominent act in the new wave scene of the mid-1980s, building on their hit singles to create a more polished sound that appealed to mainstream audiences.
Stylistic neighbors: The B-52's· Depeche Mode· Duran Duran