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Rare, Vol. 2

Ultravox · 1994

74 min · 15 tracks · new wave · synth-pop

A nostalgic blend of new wave and synth-pop, shimmering with atmospheric instrumentals and evocative live performances.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • nostalgic atmosphere throughout journey
  • evocative instrumentals for reflection
  • dynamic live performances energize
  • thoughtful listening in two halves

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer immediate gratification tracks
  • seek standalone radio hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1994, 'Rare, Vol. 2' is a compilation album that follows Ultravox's commercial peak in the early '80s. By this time, the band was in a transitional phase after their initial break-up in 1987, showcasing a retrospective look at their work while hinting at their enduring influence on the synth-pop genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Numan· Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Easterly 3:51
  • 2 Building 3:14
  • 3 Heart of the Country (instrumental) 4:27
  • 4 White China (live) 3:46
  • 5 Man of Two Worlds (instrumental) 4:34
  • 6 3 4:03
  • 7 All in One Day 6:15
  • 8 Dreams? 2:32
  • 9 All Fall Down (instrumental) 5:37
  • 10 All Fall Down (live) 5:38
  • 11 Dream On (live) 3:50
  • 12 The Prize (live) 4:58
  • 13 Stateless 2:54
  • 14 Heart of the Country (special remix) 11:06
  • 15 One Small Day (final mix) 7:36

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