Ricochet Days
Modern English · 1984
54 min · 12 tracks · new wave · post-punk
Ethereal synths and jangled guitars intertwine with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of 80s new wave.
Ricochet Days is an album by Modern English, released in 1984. Ethereal synths and jangled guitars intertwine with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of 80s new wave. The album features the single 'Hands Across The Sea', which reached significant airplay despite not achieving chart success. Critically, 'Ricochet Days' was noted for its lush production and artistic ambition, solidifying Modern English's place within the evolving post-punk landscape of the mid-1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ricochet Days sound like?
Ethereal synths and jangled guitars intertwine with introspective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of 80s new wave. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes Ricochet Days by Modern English notable?
The album features the single 'Hands Across The Sea', which reached significant airplay despite not achieving chart success. Critically, 'Ricochet Days' was noted for its lush production and artistic ambition, solidifying Modern English's place within the evolving post-punk landscape of the mid-1980s. Released in January 1984, 'Ricochet Days' was Modern English's third studio album, following their acclaimed 1982 hit 'After the Snow'. At this point, the band was striving to maintain momentum after their breakthrough success, navigating shifts in sound while aiming for broader commercial appeal.
How many songs are on Ricochet Days?
Ricochet Days has 12 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Rainbow's End Standout 3:07
- 2 Machines 5:49
- 3 Spinning Me Round Standout 4:51
- 4 Ricochet Days 5:13
- 5 Hands Across The Sea Standout 4:54
- 6 Blue Waves 4:00
- 7 Heart 6:58
- 8 Chapter 12 3:57
- 9 Chapter 12 (single mix) 4:37
- 10 Ringing In The Change 4:09
- 11 Reflection 4:19
- 12 Breaking Away (demo) 2:52
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