Once More
Spandau Ballet · 1970
55 min · 13 tracks · new wave · blue-eyed soul
A nostalgic blend of blue-eyed soul and new wave, rich with melodic hooks and emotive lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- nostalgic reflections on past loves steady mid-tempo for easy listening melodic hooks that linger
- Context
- Released in 1970, 'Once More' was Spandau Ballet's debut album, marking their entrance into the music scene. At this time, they were still developing their distinctive sound that would later define the New Romantic movement. The album set the stage for their future hits and established them as key figures in the UK pop landscape.
- If you like
- new wave, blue-eyed soul
Once More is an album by Spandau Ballet, released in 1970. A nostalgic blend of blue-eyed soul and new wave, rich with melodic hooks and emotive lyrics. 'Once More' features the hit singles 'True' and 'Gold', both of which became staples of 1980s pop culture. Its commercial success helped solidify Spandau Ballet's reputation, leading to multiple chart-topping hits and a lasting influence on subsequent artists within the new wave genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Once More sound like?
A nostalgic blend of blue-eyed soul and new wave, rich with melodic hooks and emotive lyrics. Rooted in new wave and blue-eyed soul.
What makes Once More by Spandau Ballet notable?
'Once More' features the hit singles 'True' and 'Gold', both of which became staples of 1980s pop culture. Its commercial success helped solidify Spandau Ballet's reputation, leading to multiple chart-topping hits and a lasting influence on subsequent artists within the new wave genre. Released in 1970, 'Once More' was Spandau Ballet's debut album, marking their entrance into the music scene. At this time, they were still developing their distinctive sound that would later define the New Romantic movement. The album set the stage for their future hits and established them as key figures in the UK pop landscape.
Who is Once More for?
Once More works well if you're into nostalgic reflections on past loves, steady mid-tempo for easy listening and melodic hooks that linger.
How many songs are on Once More?
Once More has 13 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Once More 4:06
- 2 To Cut a Long Story Short 3:50
- 3 Gold Standout 4:17
- 4 True Standout 5:45
- 5 Chant No. 1 Standout 3:33
- 6 I'll Fly For You 5:22
- 7 Only When You Leave 5:09
- 8 Through the Barricades 4:47
- 9 She Loved Like Diamond 3:24
- 10 Communication 3:15
- 11 Lifeline 4:06
- 12 With the Pride 3:25
- 13 Love Is All 4:05
Release Date
January 1, 1970
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
55 min 10 sec
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