Victim of Love
Erasure · 1987
21 min · 6 tracks · new wave · synth-pop
Euphoric synths and driving beats intertwine, creating an energetic dance-pop soundscape filled with emotional resonance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short energetic dance bursts euphoric anthems for celebration live tracks for vibrant energy
- Context
- Released in early 1987, 'Victim of Love' marked Erasure's pivotal second album, following their successful debut. At this point, the duo was solidifying their place in the synth-pop genre and expanding their experimental sound with more complex arrangements.
- If you like
- new wave, synth-pop
Victim of Love is a single by Erasure, released in 1987. Euphoric synths and driving beats intertwine, creating an energetic dance-pop soundscape filled with emotional resonance. The album reached number 15 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing Erasure's growing popularity in the late '80s music scene. Its influence extended into the burgeoning electronic music movement, paving the way for future acts within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Victim of Love sound like?
Euphoric synths and driving beats intertwine, creating an energetic dance-pop soundscape filled with emotional resonance. Rooted in new wave and synth-pop.
What makes Victim of Love by Erasure notable?
The album reached number 15 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing Erasure's growing popularity in the late '80s music scene. Its influence extended into the burgeoning electronic music movement, paving the way for future acts within the genre. Released in early 1987, 'Victim of Love' marked Erasure's pivotal second album, following their successful debut. At this point, the duo was solidifying their place in the synth-pop genre and expanding their experimental sound with more complex arrangements.
Who is Victim of Love for?
Victim of Love works well if you're into short energetic dance bursts, euphoric anthems for celebration and live tracks for vibrant energy.
How many songs are on Victim of Love?
Victim of Love has 6 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Safety in Numbers (live) 1:28
- 2 Victim of Love (LP version) Standout 3:25
- 3 The Soldier's Return (The Return of the Radical Radcliffe mix) Standout 5:02
- 4 Victim of Love (Dub mix) 3:31
- 5 Don't Dance (live) 3:52
- 6 Leave Me to Bleed (live) Standout 3:42
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