The 12" Album
Howard Jones · 1984
37 min · 6 tracks · new wave · pop rock · synth-pop
Bright synth melodies and infectious pop hooks create an engaging atmosphere that captures the essence of 80s new wave.
Why this album works
- Best for
- engaging 80s nostalgia bright synth melodies for dancing wave-like pacing with peaks
- Context
- Released in 1984, 'The 12" Album' followed Howard Jones's successful debut album, 'Human's Lib'. At this point in his career, Jones had solidified his presence in the synth-pop scene, gaining recognition for his innovative approach to electronic music.
- If you like
- new wave, pop rock, synth-pop
The 12" Album is an album by Howard Jones, released in 1984. Bright synth melodies and infectious pop hooks create an engaging atmosphere that captures the essence of 80s new wave. This album is significant for its extended remixes of popular tracks like 'What Is Love?' and 'New Song', which helped shape the dance music landscape of the era. The success of these tracks on charts further established Jones as a key figure in 80s pop culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The 12" Album sound like?
Bright synth melodies and infectious pop hooks create an engaging atmosphere that captures the essence of 80s new wave. Rooted in new wave and pop rock.
What makes The 12" Album by Howard Jones notable?
This album is significant for its extended remixes of popular tracks like 'What Is Love?' and 'New Song', which helped shape the dance music landscape of the era. The success of these tracks on charts further established Jones as a key figure in 80s pop culture. Released in 1984, 'The 12" Album' followed Howard Jones's successful debut album, 'Human's Lib'. At this point in his career, Jones had solidified his presence in the synth-pop scene, gaining recognition for his innovative approach to electronic music.
Who is The 12" Album for?
The 12" Album works well if you're into engaging 80s nostalgia, bright synth melodies for dancing and wave-like pacing with peaks.
How many songs are on The 12" Album?
The 12" Album has 6 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Always Asking Questions 4:28
- 2 New Song (new version) Standout 5:23
- 3 What Is Love? (extended mix) Standout 6:35
- 4 Like to Get to Know You Well (international mix) Standout 7:36
- 5 Pearl in the Shell (extended mix) 6:38
- 6 Total Conditioning 7:00
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