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The Essential Alison Moyet

Alison Moyet · 2001

73 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B · new wave

A rich tapestry of soulful vocals and new wave melodies, blending emotional depth with commercial polish.

Why this album works

'The Essential Alison Moyet' matters as it encapsulates Moyet's extensive catalog, featuring tracks that reached top charts in multiple countries. The compilation received critical acclaim for its ability to highlight both her vocal prowess and emotional authenticity, reaffirming her influence in the pop and R&B scenes during the late 20th century.
Career context
By the time 'The Essential Alison Moyet' was released in 2001, Alison Moyet had solidified her status as a pop icon following her successful debut in the 1980s with Yazoo. This compilation not only showcased her greatest hits but also served as a retrospective of her evolution through genres, including contemporary R&B and new wave, marking a pivotal moment in her career after a decade of varied musical exploration.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don’t Go Standout 2:51
  • 2 Nobody’s Diary 4:31
  • 3 Winter Kills 4:04
  • 4 Love Resurrection 3:53
  • 5 All Cried Out Standout 3:43
  • 6 Invisible 4:09
  • 7 That Ole Devil Called Love 3:06
  • 8 Is This Love? 4:02
  • 9 Weak in the Presence of Beauty Standout 3:33
  • 10 Love Letters 2:52
  • 11 It Won’t Be Long 4:08
  • 12 Wishing You Were Here 3:59
  • 13 This House 3:56
  • 14 Falling 3:40
  • 15 Whispering Your Name 3:27
  • 16 Getting Into Something 4:15
  • 17 Blue 3:19
  • 18 Our Colander Eyes 3:31
  • 19 Ne me quitte pas 3:45
  • 20 There Are Worse Things I Could Do 2:29

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