What makes That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive by Dead or Alive notable?

This compilation not only consolidates Dead or Alive's biggest hits but also highlights their influence on the synth-pop and dance music scenes. It showcases their chart-topping singles, notably 'You Spin Me Round (Like a Record),' which reached No. 1 in the UK and is often credited with revitalizing the dancefloor sound of the mid-80s. Released in 2010, 'That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive' serves as a retrospective compilation during a period when lead singer Pete Burns had returned to public life after years of absence. This album encapsulates their most commercially successful era, particularly following their breakthrough with 'You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)' in 1985, which defined the band's signature sound.

Who is That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive for?

That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive works well if you're into dance floor anthems for celebration, nostalgic vibes from the 80s and for party playlists.

How many songs are on That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive?

That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive has 18 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive

Dead or Alive · 2010

79 min · 18 tracks · post-punk · gothic rock

A vibrant collection of synth-driven anthems that capture the exuberance of 80s dance-pop culture.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dance floor anthems for celebration
nostalgic vibes from the 80s
for party playlists
catchy sing-alongs with friends
dynamic mix of hit singles

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slower, introspective music
dislike upbeat, energetic tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2010, 'That's the Way I Like It: The Best of Dead or Alive' serves as a retrospective compilation during a period when lead singer Pete Burns had returned to public life after years of absence. This album encapsulates their most commercially successful era, particularly following their breakthrough with 'You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)' in 1985, which defined the band's signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Soft Cell· The Human League· Depeche Mode

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Tracklist

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

1 You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) 3:16
2 That’s the Way I Like It 3:10
3 Lover Come Back to Me 3:13
4 In Too Deep 3:51
5 My Heart Goes Bang (Get Me to the Doctor) 3:14
6 Brand New Lover 3:42
7 Something in My House 3:50
8 Hooked on Love 3:36
9 I’ll Save You All My Kisses 3:29
10 Turn Around and Count 2 Ten 4:51
11 Come Home With Me Baby 3:51
12 Misty Circles 3:51
13 What I Want 3:44
14 I'd Do Anything 4:04
15 Lover Come Back to Me (extended remix) 5:54
16 My Heart Goes Bang (Get Me to the Doctor) (American 'Wipe Out' mix) 6:19
17 Something in My House (Mortevicar mix) 6:59
18 You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) (Murder mix) 8:01

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