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The Best of Howard Jones

Howard Jones

78 min · 18 tracks · new wave · pop rock · synth-pop

Synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics define this quintessential 80s pop collection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic reflections on past love
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • dynamic collection of hits
  • uplifting anthems for motivation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer raw, unpolished sounds
  • seek immediate, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1992, this compilation album captures Howard Jones' rise during the 1980s synth-pop era, following his commercial peak with 'Dream Into Action' in 1985. At this point, Jones was transitioning from chart-topping hits to a more reflective phase in his career, solidifying his legacy as a key figure in new wave music.
Stylistic neighbors
Depeche Mode· Erasure· Pet Shop Boys

Tracklist

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

  • 1 What Is Love? 3:42
  • 2 New Song 4:15
  • 3 Pearl in the Shell 3:59
  • 4 Always Asking Questions 3:41
  • 5 Things Can Only Get Better 3:57
  • 6 Like to Get to Know You Well 4:01
  • 7 Life in One Day 3:39
  • 8 You Know I Love You… Don’t You? 4:05
  • 9 Hide and Seek 4:49
  • 10 No One Is to Blame 4:11
  • 11 Look Mama 4:05
  • 12 The Prisoner 4:40
  • 13 Everlasting Love 4:20
  • 14 Lift Me Up 3:40
  • 15 Tears to Tell 4:19
  • 16 Two Souls 4:24
  • 17 I.G.Y. (What a Beautiful World) 5:08
  • 18 City Song 7:17

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