Ultra Violet cover

Ultra Violet

Bananarama · 1995

48 min · 12 tracks · new wave · dance-pop

A vibrant blend of dance-pop and new wave, laced with shimmering synths and catchy hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo dance energy
  • catchy sing-along choruses
  • vibrant tracks for celebration
  • uplifting vibes for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slower, introspective music
  • seek complex lyrical narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, 'Ultra Violet' was Bananarama's sixth studio album and marked their continued evolution after a series of successful releases in the 1980s. At this point, the duo was transitioning into the mid-90s pop landscape, aiming to stay relevant amidst changing musical trends and a shift in their lineup.
Stylistic neighbors
Dead or Alive· Culture Club· Kylie Minogue

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Every Shade of Blue 4:12
  • 2 Rhythm of Life 3:58
  • 3 Take Me to Your Heart 3:55
  • 4 Prove Your Love 3:56
  • 5 Take Me Away 3:55
  • 6 System 3:57
  • 7 Maybe the Next Time 4:02
  • 8 You’ve Really Got Something 3:36
  • 9 Time Out 3:52
  • 10 Don’t Stop Me Now 4:23
  • 11 Give in to Me 3:48
  • 12 I Found Love 4:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata