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Rage Hard: The Sonic Collection

Frankie Goes to Hollywood · 2004

131 min · 26 tracks · new wave · pop rock · synth-pop

A vibrant collage of dance beats and anthemic pop that encapsulates the spirit of the 1980s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • anthemic sing-alongs with friends
  • high-energy dance party vibes
  • nostalgic 80s celebration atmosphere
  • immersive two-part listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek subtle, quiet moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Rage Hard: The Sonic Collection' marked a retrospective celebration of Frankie Goes to Hollywood's influential sound, following a long hiatus since their last studio album in 1993. This compilation features remixed versions of their most iconic tracks, showcasing their enduring impact on the dance and pop scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
Pet Shop Boys· Depeche Mode· Soft Cell

Tracklist

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

Disc 2

  • 1 Relax 4:00
  • 2 Two Tribes 3:25
  • 3 Ferry Cross the Mersey 4:05
  • 4 The World Is My Oyster 1:58
  • 5 Welcome to the Pleasuredome 13:46
  • 6 Maximum Joy 5:35
  • 7 San Jose 3:11
  • 8 Warriors of the Wasteland 5:00
  • 9 Rage Hard 5:04
  • 10 War 6:16
  • 11 Watching the Wildlife 4:20
  • 12 Born to Run 4:08
  • 13 The Power of Love 5:48

Disc 3

  • 1 Relax (5.1 mix) 4:01
  • 2 Two Tribes (5.1 mix) 3:25
  • 3 Ferry Cross the Mersey (5.1 mix) 4:06
  • 4 The World Is My Oyster (5.1 mix) 1:58
  • 5 Welcome to the Pleasuredome (5.1 mix) 13:46
  • 6 Maximum Joy (5.1 mix) 5:36
  • 7 San Jose (5.1 mix) 3:12
  • 8 Warriors of the Wasteland (5.1 mix) 5:01
  • 9 Rage Hard (5.1 mix) 5:04
  • 10 War (5.1 mix) 4:21
  • 11 Watching the Wildlife (5.1 mix) 4:19
  • 12 Born to Run (5.1 mix) 4:06
  • 13 The Power of Love (5.1 mix) 5:52

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