Released 12 years ago this October
So80s presents Alphaville
Alphaville · 2014
170 min · 29 tracks · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of synth-pop nostalgia and club-ready remixes that breathe new life into Alphaville's classic hits.
Top tracks — play these first
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Big in Japan (extended re‐mix) — This remix revitalizes one of Alphaville's most famous songs, underscoring its catchy hooks while enhancing the danceable elements crucial for club play.
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Forever Young (special dance version) — As one of their signature tracks, this version transforms a poignant ballad into an upbeat anthem, showcasing its versatility and timelessness.
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Sounds Like a Melody (special long version) — The extended format allows listeners to fully immerse themselves in its lush synth textures and memorable melodies, making it a centerpiece of the collection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- extended mixes for dance floors
- wave-like pacing for focus
- celebratory remixes for nostalgia
- vibrant energy for parties
- two-halves listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A retrospective compilation that showcases Alphaville's legacy without being a primary entry point.
- Career context
- Released in 2014, So80s presents Alphaville served as a retrospective collection during a phase of renewed interest in the band's legacy. This compilation came nearly three decades after their seminal hit 'Big in Japan', showcasing the enduring appeal of their music within the electronic dance scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Depeche Mode· New Order· Kraftwerk
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Forever Young (special dance version)
The shift from reflective lyrics about youth's fleeting nature to an upbeat tempo creates a contrasting atmosphere throughout the song.
This juxtaposition illustrates how the song's themes can inspire both introspection and celebration, capturing the duality of longing and joy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Big in Japan (extended re‐mix) 7:28
- 2 Sounds Like a Melody (special long version) 7:44
- 3 Forever Young (special dance version) 6:12
- 4 Jet Set (Jellybean mix) 6:33
- 5 Dance With Me (Empire remix) 8:16
- 6 Universal Daddy (Aquarian dance mix) 6:20
- 7 Jerusalem (The Palace version) 6:19
- 8 Sensations (club mix) 6:08
- 9 Red Rose (The 12″ remix) 7:52
- 10 Romeos (extended mix) 8:38
- 11 Summer Rain (extended version) 5:32
- 12 Mysteries of Love (remix) 7:59
Disc 2
- 1 Seeds 3:19
- 2 The Nelson Highrise (Sector One: The Elevator) 4:14
- 3 Welcome to the Sun 3:12
- 4 Golden Feeling 3:54
- 5 The Nelson Highrise (Sector Two: The Mirror) 3:44
- 6 Next Generation 3:58
- 7 Vingt mille lieues sous les mers 5:04
- 8 Concrete Soundtraxx for Imaginary Films I 6:47
- 9 Headlines 4:13
- 10 Sister Sun 3:58
- 11 Summer in Berlin (demo version) 5:55
- 12 Like Thunder 4:48
- 13 Big in Japan (extended instrumental mix) 6:01
- 14 Jet Set (dub mix) 5:12
- 15 Romeos (Tribal mix) 6:33
- 16 Big in Japan (remix ’88) 7:00
- 17 Big in Japan (Torsten Fenslau remix) 7:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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