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Released 19 years ago this June

Stardom Road

Marc Almond · 2007

54 min · 13 tracks · new wave · dark cabaret

A lush tapestry of theatrical pop and dark cabaret, rich in emotional depth and nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • rich emotional depth exploration
  • theatrical ambiance for introspection
  • nostalgic themes of longing
  • ideal for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Stardom Road' was released in 2007, Marc Almond had established himself as a versatile artist with a career spanning over two decades. This album came after his 2003 release 'Heart on Snow', showcasing a continued evolution in his exploration of cabaret and pop influences while reflecting on personal themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Soft Cell· David Bowie· The Sisters of Mercy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Have Lived 3:55
  • 2 I Close My Eyes and Count to Ten 4:06
  • 3 Bedsitter Images 4:10
  • 4 The London Boys 3:27
  • 5 Strangers in the Night 4:40
  • 6 The Ballad of Sad Young Men 4:38
  • 7 Stardom Road 4:54
  • 8 Kitsch 5:31
  • 9 Backstage (I’m Lonely) 3:39
  • 10 Dream Lover 3:23
  • 11 Happy Heart 4:09
  • 12 Redeem Me (Beauty Will Redeem the World) 4:32
  • 13 The Curtain Falls 3:11

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