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.
Why this album works
This collection reintroduced Frankie Goes to Hollywood's music to new audiences and revitalized interest in their work, particularly through the inclusion of remixes. It highlights their significant contributions to the Hi-NRG and synth-pop genres, solidifying their legacy during a time when nostalgia for 80s music was resurging in popular culture.
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys anthemic sing-alongs with friends high-energy dance party vibes
- 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
- Kim Wilde· Soft Cell· Secret Service
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 2
- 1 Relax Standout 4:00
- 2 Two Tribes Standout 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 Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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