What makes Postcards From Home by Nick Heyward notable?

The album received a warm reception and contributed to Heyward's establishment as a solo artist in the UK music scene. It featured the hit single 'Goodbye Yesterday', which reached number 19 on the UK Singles Chart, further solidifying his presence outside of Haircut One Hundred. Released in January 1986, Postcards From Home was Nick Heyward's first solo album after leaving Haircut One Hundred, a band that had seen significant success in the early '80s. This shift marked his transition from frontman to solo artist, showcasing his ability to craft catchy pop songs with an emotional depth that resonated with listeners.

Who is Postcards From Home for?

Postcards From Home works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, nostalgic melodies for daydreaming and bright tunes for sunny afternoons.

How many songs are on Postcards From Home?

Postcards From Home has 10 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

Postcards From Home

Nick Heyward · 1986

39 min · 10 tracks · new wave

Bright melodies and introspective lyrics weave through polished new wave arrangements, capturing a sense of yearning and nostalgia.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Goodbye Yesterday — This track exemplifies Heyward's knack for blending infectious hooks with reflective lyrics about moving on from the past. Its chart success also highlights his transition into a successful solo career.
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Pray for a Miracle — With its lush instrumentation and heartfelt delivery, this song captures the album's emotional core, illustrating Heyward's talent for crafting poignant narratives within upbeat melodies.
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Move It Up — Opening the album with an energetic vibe, this track sets the tone for Heyward’s exploration of new wave soundscapes while maintaining an accessible pop sensibility.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo reflective moments
nostalgic melodies for daydreaming
bright tunes for sunny afternoons
introspective listening during commutes

Maybe skip if you

prefer high-energy dance tracks
seek instant gratification sounds

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1986, Postcards From Home was Nick Heyward's first solo album after leaving Haircut One Hundred, a band that had seen significant success in the early '80s. This shift marked his transition from frontman to solo artist, showcasing his ability to craft catchy pop songs with an emotional depth that resonated with listeners.
Stylistic neighbors: The Lotus Eaters· Squeeze· Aztec Camera

Tracklist

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

1 Move It Up 3:55
2 Over the Weekend 3:59
3 Goodbye Yesterday 3:55
4 Again in My Heart 2:53
5 We’ve All Be Kissed 4:04
6 Pray for a Miracle 4:50
7 Now You’ve Gone 3:55
8 Come on Baby Run 3:55
9 Teach Till You Reach 3:52
10 Cry Just a Little Bit 3:54

What to play next

Listen next

I Love You Avenue

1988

Go back to

North of a Miracle

1983

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