ABC

ABC

new wave

United Kingdom Est. 1980

"Layered synths pulse underneath crisp guitar lines, creating an engaging dance rhythm punctuated by dynamic shifts in energy."

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Alphabet City

Alphabet City

1987
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Career Arc

ABC's discography from 1981 to 2016

1981 1998 2016
Tears Are Not Enough (1981) The Lexicon of Love (1982) All of My Heart (1982) Poison Arrow (1982) Beauty Stab (1983) That Was Then but This Is... (1983) (How to Be A) Millionaire (1984) S.O.S. (1984) How to Be a...Zillionaire... (1985) Be Near Me (1985) Vanity Kills (1985) Ocean Blue (1986) Alphabet City (1987) King Without a Crown (1987) When Smokey Sings (1987) The Night You Murdered Lo... (1987) Up (1989) The Real Thing (1989) One Better World (1989) Absolutely (1990)
ABC carved out a distinctive space in the pop landscape by merging sharp, artful aesthetics with infectious melodies, becoming emblematic of a time that valued both style and substance.
ABC carved out a distinctive space in the pop landscape by merging sharp, artful aesthetics with infectious melodies, becoming emblematic of a time that valued both style and substance. Their ability to weave together sophisticated arrangements with accessible hooks transformed not just how pop music could sound but also the cultural conversation around it, pushing audiences towards a more polished and theatrical musical experience. Employing innovative production techniques and an eye for visual flair, ABC approached songwriting as a means of storytelling that bridges intellect with emotion. Their knack for blending synthetic textures with traditional instrumentation created an inviting yet complex sonic environment that engaged listeners on multiple levels. This fusion allowed them to craft songs that felt both immediate and timeless, captivating a diverse audience eager for something fresh. Lyrically, ABC often explores themes of love, identity, and societal observation, employing a tone that balances irony with sincerity. Their storytelling tends to evoke vivid imagery while maintaining an impressionistic quality that invites personal interpretation rather than dictating specific narratives. The result is a body of work that resonates emotionally while inviting reflection on broader cultural contexts.

Full discography

ABC's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

36 releases • 15 albums • 1981–2016
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Singles ()

Viva Love album by ABC

Viva Love

2016

Rolling Sevens album by ABC

Rolling Sevens

1997

Stranger Things album by ABC

Stranger Things

1997

Say It album by ABC

Say It

1991

Love Conquers All album by ABC

Love Conquers All

1991

The Look of Love album by ABC

The Look of Love

1990

The Real Thing album by ABC

The Real Thing

1989

One Better World album by ABC

One Better World

1989

King Without a Crown album by ABC

King Without a Crown

1987

When Smokey Sings album by ABC

When Smokey Sings

1987

The Night You Murdered Love album by ABC

The Night You Murdered Love

1987

Ocean Blue album by ABC

Ocean Blue

1986

Be Near Me album by ABC

Be Near Me

1985

Vanity Kills album by ABC

Vanity Kills

1985

(How to Be A) Millionaire album by ABC

(How to Be A) Millionaire

1984

S.O.S. album by ABC

S.O.S.

1984

That Was Then but This Is Now album by ABC

That Was Then but This Is Now

1983

All of My Heart album by ABC

All of My Heart

1982

Poison Arrow album by ABC

Poison Arrow

1982

Tears Are Not Enough album by ABC

Tears Are Not Enough

1981

Peace and Tranquility album by ABC

Peace and Tranquility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does ABC sound like?

Layered synths pulse underneath crisp guitar lines, creating an engaging dance rhythm punctuated by dynamic shifts in energy. Rooted in new wave. Start with The Lexicon of Love.

What is the best ABC album to start with?

The best album to start with is "The Lexicon of Love" (1982). It's the most representative of what makes ABC worth hearing.

Who is ABC for?

If you're into new wave, ABC is worth your time. Layered synths pulse underneath crisp guitar lines, creating an engaging dance rhythm punctuated by dynamic shifts in energy.

How many albums does ABC have?

ABC has 36 releases in their discography, including 15 albums.

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