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Oxymoron

Nik Kershaw · 2020

67 min · 16 tracks · new wave · pop rock · R&B

A reflective blend of synth-pop and rhythmic melodies that captures both nostalgia and contemporary flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective journey through nostalgia
  • steady flow with gradual development
  • for evening relaxation
  • thoughtful melodies for introspection
  • captures a sense of longing

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 16, 2020, 'Oxymoron' marks Nik Kershaw's return to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus since his previous album in 2012. This album showcases Kershaw's evolution as a songwriter and musician, blending his classic sound with modern influences, highlighting his adaptability in an ever-changing musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Howard Jones· a-ha· Duran Duran

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Chosen Ones 4:00
  • 2 From Cloudy Bay to Malibu 4:28
  • 3 Can’t Go On 3:48
  • 4 The Wind Will Blow 3:35
  • 5 I Do Believe 4:18
  • 6 The Best I Can 4:31
  • 7 Roundabouts and Swings 3:56
  • 8 She Gets Me 4:20
  • 9 Babylon Brothers 4:43
  • 10 Little Star 3:33
  • 11 Let’s Get Lost 4:46
  • 12 Come Back Tomorrow 3:39
  • 13 These Little Things 5:09
  • 14 Long Live the King 3:20
  • 15 The Smallest Soul 4:25
  • 16 They Were There 4:37

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