Released 10 years ago
Time and Again: The Ultimate a-ha
a-ha · 2016
157 min · 35 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of lush synths and emotive melodies that define a-ha's signature sound across decades.
Top tracks — play these first
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Take On Me Start here — This track is a quintessential a-ha song, known for its iconic synth riff and unforgettable chorus that catapulted the band to international fame. Its innovative music video remains a hallmark of 1980s pop culture.
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The Sun Always Shines on TV — This song showcases the band's ability to blend emotional depth with catchy hooks, featuring sweeping melodies and powerful vocals that exemplify their style.
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Hunting High and Low (7″ remix) — The remix adds an updated flair to this beloved ballad, highlighting the timeless nature of the original while appealing to contemporary listeners.
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Crying in the Rain — Marked by poignant lyrics and rich instrumentation, this track encapsulates a-ha's knack for crafting songs that resonate deeply with listeners.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic synth- exploration
- dynamic journey with remixes
- wave-like pacing for reflection
- for late-night drives
- melodic sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward single tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — A comprehensive hits collection ideal for new listeners to a-ha's music.
- Themes
- 1980s pop culture· Norwegian melancholy
- Moods
- Nostalgic· Introspective
- Career context
- By the time 'Time and Again: The Ultimate a-ha' was released in 2016, a-ha had experienced a career resurgence following their reunion in 2000. This compilation follows their 2015 album 'Cast in Steel' and reflects the band's enduring popularity as they celebrated over three decades in music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Depeche Mode· The Human League
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Take On Me Start here 3:48
- 2 The Sun Always Shines on TV 5:07
- 3 Hunting High and Low (7″ remix) 3:47
- 4 I’ve Been Losing You 4:25
- 5 Cry Wolf 4:07
- 6 Manhattan Skyline 4:48
- 7 The Living Daylights 4:15
- 8 Stay on These Roads 4:48
- 9 You Are the One (7″ remix) 3:46
- 10 Crying in the Rain 4:24
- 11 Move to Memphis (single version) 4:16
- 12 Dark Is the Night for All 3:46
- 13 Summer Moved On 4:38
- 14 Forever Not Yours 4:04
- 15 Lifelines 4:16
- 16 Celice 3:40
- 17 Analogue (All I Want) 3:49
- 18 Foot of the Mountain 3:57
- 19 Under the Makeup 3:22
Disc 2
- 1 Take On Me (Kygo remix) 3:46
- 2 The Sun Always Shines on TV (Future Funk Squad’s “Radiant 4k” remix) 5:38
- 3 Cry Wolf (Jellybean mix) 5:14
- 4 Touchy! (House mix) 5:22
- 5 You Are the One (dub mix edit) 5:21
- 6 The Blood That Moves the Body (Three-Time Gun mix) 5:10
- 7 Summer Moved On (remix) 6:00
- 8 Minor Earth Major Sky (Black Dog mix) 4:07
- 9 Velvet (New York mix) 5:19
- 10 Lifelines (Boogieman remix) 4:53
- 11 Did Anyone Approach You? (reamped) 4:51
- 12 Celice (Mauracher remix) 3:57
- 13 Analogue (CG’s Electrosphere edit) 4:10
- 14 Cosy Prisons (Aural Float remix) 5:48
- 15 Foot of the Mountain (Erik Ljungren remix) 4:49
- 16 Butterfly, Butterfly (The Last Hurrah) (Steve Osborne version) 4:27
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Rio
Duran Duran
Shares lush synths and emotive melodies, capturing the vibrant 80s pop culture essence.
Songs from the Big Chair
Tears for Fears
Explores similar themes of melancholy with rich production and emotional depth.
Violator
Depeche Mode
Features darkly atmospheric synths and introspective lyrics, resonating with a-ha's sound.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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