The Very Best of Howard Jones
Howard Jones · 2003
153 min · 36 tracks · new wave · pop rock · synth-pop
A vibrant collection of synth-driven anthems that encapsulate the optimism of 80s pop.
Why this album works
This compilation album highlights Howard Jones' significant influence on the synth-pop genre, featuring hits like 'What Is Love?' and 'Things Can Only Get Better,' both of which remain staples of 80s music nostalgia. It showcases his ability to blend catchy melodies with thoughtful lyrics, helping to solidify his place in music history during a time when pop music was heavily dominated by synthesizers.
- Best for
- vibrant anthems for uplifting moods wave-like pacing keeps engagement nostalgic vibes for reflective moments
- Context
- By the time 'The Very Best of Howard Jones' was released in 2003, Jones had already established himself as a leading figure in the new wave and synth-pop movements of the 1980s, following his debut album 'Human's Lib' in 1984. This compilation reflects both his commercial success and artistic evolution, serving as a retrospective after nearly two decades since his initial breakthrough.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· Frankie Goes to Hollywood
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Revolution of the Heart 4:10
- 2 What is Love? Standout 3:41
- 3 No One Is to Blame Standout 4:12
- 4 Like to Get to Know You Well 4:00
- 5 Lift Me Up 3:40
- 6 You Know I Love You Don't You? 4:04
- 7 The Prisoner 4:41
- 8 Everlasting Love 4:20
- 9 Things Can Only Get Better Standout 3:56
- 10 All I Want 4:35
- 11 Life in One Day 3:38
- 12 Let the People Have Their Say (original US mix) 4:22
- 13 Hide and Seek 4:49
- 14 Don't Always Look at the Rain 4:13
- 15 Blue 4:21
- 16 New Song 4:15
- 17 Tomorrow Is Now 3:52
- 18 Someone You Need 3:31
Disc 2
- 1 Change the Man 4:29
- 2 It Just Doesn't Matter 3:36
- 3 Tao Te Ching 3:51
- 4 Law of the Jungle 3:18
- 5 Bounce Right Back (Cause and Effect mix) 7:29
- 6 Learning How to Love 5:19
- 7 Boom Bap Respite 2:47
- 8 The Chase 2:53
- 9 Roll Right Up 4:48
- 10 Dig This Well Deep 4:34
- 11 Let It Flow 3:46
- 12 Brutality of Fact 4:27
- 13 Power of the Media 4:46
- 14 Rubber Morals 4:19
- 15 New Man 5:53
- 16 What Can I Say? 5:07
- 17 Don't Put These Curses on Me 3:38
- 18 Modern Man 4:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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