Themes – Volume 2: August 82–April 85
Simple Minds · 1990
87 min · 15 tracks · new wave
A vibrant tapestry of synth-driven melodies and anthemic choruses that define the new wave era.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- for nostalgic evenings
- synth-driven melodies for dancing
- vibrant anthems for celebration
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Themes
- teenage rebellion· club culture evolution· synth-driven nostalgia
- Career context
- Released in 1990, this compilation album showcases Simple Minds during a period of commercial success after their iconic hits from the '80s. Following the global acclaim of 'Don't You (Forget About Me)' from the 'Breakfast Club' soundtrack, the band sought to encapsulate their signature sound while experimenting with remixes and extended versions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talk Talk· The Cure· Duran Duran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Glittering Prize (club mix) 4:58
- 2 New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84) (German 12″ remix) 6:52
- 3 Glittering Prize (theme) 4:53
Disc 2
- 1 Someone Somewhere In Summertime 4:40
- 2 King Is White and in the Crowd 5:19
- 3 Soundtrack for Every Heaven 4:55
Disc 3
- 1 Waterfront 5:53
- 2 Hunter and the Hunted 5:58
- 3 C Moon Cry Like a Baby 4:20
Disc 4
- 1 Speed Your Love to Me (extended mix) 7:24
- 2 Speed Your Love to Me 4:06
- 3 Bass Line 4:41
Disc 5
- 1 Don’t You (Forget About Me) 6:35
- 2 Upon the Catwalk (extended version) 7:36
- 3 A Brass Band in African Chimes 9:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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