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Released 40 years ago

Silk and Steel

Five Star · 1986

76 min · 15 tracks · pop music

Gleaming synthpop melodies intertwine with infectious hooks and smooth harmonies, embodying the essence of mid-80s pop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady build with extended mixes
  • immersive listening sessions
  • smooth melodic transitions
  • engaging hooks throughout
  • late-night reflective vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Silk and Steel' was released in 1986, Five Star had already achieved commercial success with their debut album 'Luxury of Life' in 1985. This sophomore effort aimed to solidify their place in the pop music landscape while showcasing their evolving sound, characterized by polished production and catchy arrangements.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Can't Wait Another Minute 4:42
  • 2 Find the Time 4:30
  • 3 Rain or Shine 3:59
  • 4 If I Say Yes 4:04
  • 5 Please Don't Say Goodnight 4:41
  • 6 Stay Out of My Life 3:59
  • 7 Show Me What You've Got for Me 3:56
  • 8 Are You Man Enough? 4:37
  • 9 The Slightest Touch 4:28
  • 10 Don't You Know I Love It 3:56
  • 11 Find the Time (Midnight mix) 7:03
  • 12 If I Say Yes (extended mix) 7:08
  • 13 Rain or Shine (remix) 6:03
  • 14 The Slightest Touch (The Pettibone Touch remix) 6:52
  • 15 Are You Man Enough? (Shep Pettibone remix) 6:43

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