The Very Best of Blancmange
Blancmange · 2012
158 min · 34 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of synth-driven melodies and catchy hooks that define the essence of early '80s new wave.
Why this album works
This compilation album solidified Blancmange's legacy within the new wave movement, highlighting their chart-topping singles that captured the zeitgeist of the era. It reached notable positions on various charts and revived interest in their music, influencing subsequent generations of synth-pop artists. Critics praised the collection for its ability to encapsulate the band's unique style and creativity that shaped electronic pop.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied pacing nostalgic synth-driven melodies catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'The Very Best of Blancmange' serves as a retrospective compilation showcasing the band’s influential contributions to the new wave genre. By this time, Blancmange had seen a resurgence in interest, reflecting on their earlier successes from the early 1980s during which they released hits like 'Living on the Ceiling'. This compilation marked a significant moment for fans and newcomers alike, revisiting their innovative sound and impact on electronic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· A Flock of Seagulls· Roxy Music
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Living on the Ceiling (7" mix) Standout 4:02
- 2 Don't Tell Me (7" mix) Standout 3:31
- 3 I Can't Explain 4:01
- 4 Feel Me (7" mix) 5:06
- 5 Blind Vision Standout 3:59
- 6 Waves (7" mix) 4:09
- 7 The Day Before You Came (7" remix) 5:50
- 8 I've Seen the Word (7" mix) 3:06
- 9 God's Kitchen (7" mix) 2:55
- 10 That's Love, That It Is (7" mix) 4:24
- 11 Wasted (extended version) 4:19
- 12 Lose Your Love (album version) 4:04
- 13 What's Your Problem (7" mix) 4:12
- 14 Kind 3:57
- 15 All Things Are Nice 4:59
- 16 Murder 5:58
- 17 Running Thin (Peel Session) 2:20
- 18 I Would (Peel Session) 4:06
- 19 Making Aeroplanes (without Victoria) 3:56
Disc 2
- 1 Blind Vision (12" mix) 9:38
- 2 Don't Tell Me (12" mix) 6:23
- 3 Feel Me (12" John Luongo mix) 7:03
- 4 Game Above My Head (long version) 7:09
- 5 That's Love, That It Is (remix extended version) 7:33
- 6 Vishnu (short version) 4:43
- 7 God's Kitchen (12" mix) 4:27
- 8 Sad Day (original version) 3:09
- 9 Waves (original version) 4:23
- 10 Why Don't They Leave Things Alone? 4:35
- 11 Lorraine's My Nurse 2:31
- 12 See the Train 2:04
- 13 Don't You Love It All 4:33
- 14 Living on the Ceiling (long version) 5:38
- 15 Hello Darling (Blue World) 5:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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