Road Club
a-ha · 1988
25 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock
A shimmering blend of synth-driven pop and emotional balladry that defines a-ha's signature sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- shimmering synths for uplifting moods
- gradual build to emotional release
- for nostalgic road trips
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone track variety
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, 'Road Club' came after a-ha's commercial breakthrough with their debut album 'Hunting High and Low' (1985). At this point, the band was leveraging their popularity, exploring extended mixes of their hits while solidifying their presence in the pop-rock landscape. The album showcases the band's commitment to evolving their sound while still appealing to their established fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· The Human League
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Blood That Moves the Body (extended version) 5:26
- 2 Take On Me (extended version) 4:51
- 3 Stay on these Roads (extended version) 6:13
- 4 Hunting High and Low (extended remix) 6:03
- 5 Soft Rains of April (original mix) 3:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.