Stories of Johnny
Marc Almond · 1985
16 min · 4 tracks · new wave
A theatrical and evocative blend of dark cabaret and new wave, underscored by lush arrangements and poignant storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stories of Johnny (special remix) — This track serves as a centerpiece for the album, encapsulating Almond's signature blend of melancholy and drama while introducing listeners to the thematic depth of the record.
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Blond Boy — With its haunting melody and rich instrumentation, this song illustrates Almond’s flair for storytelling, drawing vivid contrasts between longing and loss.
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Take My Heart — This track showcases a more vulnerable side of Almond, mixing vulnerability with a catchy pop sensibility that highlights his ability to fuse emotion with accessibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and theatricality, though its cohesion is affected by the remix and bonus tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a remix of the title track, setting a theatrical tone that persists throughout.
- Each song features layered instrumentation that enhances the haunting melodies and dramatic vocal delivery.
- The second track introduces a more upbeat tempo, contrasting with the darker themes explored in the other songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stories of Johnny (special remix) 3:51
- 2 Blond Boy 5:05
- 3 Stories of Johnny (with the Westminster City School Choir) 4:18
- 4 Take My Heart 2:50
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