What makes Throw the Warped Wheel Out by Fiction Factory notable?

The album features the hit single '(Feels Like) Heaven,' which became a defining track for the band, reaching high positions on UK charts and receiving extensive radio play. Its commercial success helped Fiction Factory gain recognition in the new wave genre and influenced many contemporaries during the mid-1980s. Fiction Factory was navigating the burgeoning new wave scene when 'Throw the Warped Wheel Out' was released as their debut album in January 1984. At this point, they were relatively unknown but quickly gained traction with their infectious sound and catchy hooks. This album marked a significant step in establishing their identity within a crowded musical landscape.

Who is Throw the Warped Wheel Out for?

Throw the Warped Wheel Out works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, introspective lyrics for deep thinking and synth-driven melodies for nostalgia.

How many songs are on Throw the Warped Wheel Out?

Throw the Warped Wheel Out has 12 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Throw the Warped Wheel Out

Fiction Factory · 1984

49 min · 12 tracks · new wave

A shimmering blend of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics that encapsulate the essence of 80s new wave.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo reflective moments
introspective lyrics for deep thinking
synth-driven melodies for nostalgia
for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

seeking high-energy excitement
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Fiction Factory was navigating the burgeoning new wave scene when 'Throw the Warped Wheel Out' was released as their debut album in January 1984. At this point, they were relatively unknown but quickly gained traction with their infectious sound and catchy hooks. This album marked a significant step in establishing their identity within a crowded musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Roxy Music· Bronski Beat· Duran Duran

Tracklist

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

1 (Feels Like) Heaven 3:33
2 Heart & Mind 3:07
3 Panic 4:22
4 The Hanging Gardens 4:35
5 All or Nothing 3:48
6 Rise and Fall 4:16
7 Hit the Mark 4:21
8 Ghost of Love 3:37
9 Tales of Tears 3:39
10 The First Step 4:58
11 The Warped Wheel 4:14
12 I Who Know You 4:37

What to play next

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