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Talk Talk Talk

The Psychedelic Furs · 1981

56 min · 13 tracks · new wave · post-punk

A vibrant fusion of new wave energy and post-punk introspection, layered with haunting melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with emotional peaks
  • haunting melodies for introspective moments
  • vibrant energy for late-night drives
  • wave-like pacing invites deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, instant gratification
  • seek constant high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Talk Talk Talk' was released in January 1981, The Psychedelic Furs were capitalizing on the success of their self-titled debut album from 1980. This sophomore effort marked a crucial development in their sound, pushing them towards greater commercial viability while maintaining their artistic edge. It solidified their place in the burgeoning post-punk scene.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dumb Waiters 5:03
  • 2 Pretty in Pink 3:58
  • 3 I Wanna Sleep With You 3:18
  • 4 No Tears 3:16
  • 5 Mr. Jones 4:03
  • 6 Into You Like a Train 4:35
  • 7 It Goes On 3:52
  • 8 So Run Down 2:54
  • 9 All of This and Nothing 6:23
  • 10 She Is Mine 3:52
  • 11 Mr. Jones (single version) 3:25
  • 12 So Run Down (early version) 3:04
  • 13 All of This and Nothing (demo) 9:02

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