Erasure

United Kingdom Est. 1985

"Pulsing synths intertwine with driving beats, creating an expansive groove that propels listeners into a vibrant dance atmosphere."

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Wonderland

1986

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Career Arc

Erasure's discography from 1985 to 2022

1985 2003 2022

Heavenly Action (1985) Who Needs Love Like That (1985) Wonderland (1986) Oh L'amour (1986) Sometimes (1986) The Circus (1987) Victim of Love (1987) It Doesn't Have to Be (1987) Crackers International (1988) A Little Respect (1988) Ship of Fools (1988) Chains of Love (1988) Wild! (1989) You Surround Me (1989) Drama! (1989) Star (1990) Blue Savannah (1990) Brother and Sister (1990) Chorus (1991) Am I Right? (1991)

Erasure has carved out a significant space in the landscape of pop music, not just as purveyors of infectious synth melodies but as champions of LGBTQ+ representation within the genre.

Erasure has carved out a significant space in the landscape of pop music, not just as purveyors of infectious synth melodies but as champions of LGBTQ+ representation within the genre. Their sound and message have reached beyond dance floors, creating a sense of belonging and visibility at a time when such expressions were often marginalized. By infusing their music with joy and celebration, they have transformed how pop culture engages with themes of identity and acceptance. The duo's approach to songwriting marries upbeat electronic instrumentation with heartfelt narratives, crafting an experience that's both euphoric and introspective. Their knack for blending catchy hooks with profound emotional resonance has established a blueprint for synth-pop that prioritizes emotional authenticity over mere sonic trends. This interplay between joy and vulnerability invites listeners to connect deeply with their music while moving gracefully through the rhythms. Lyrically, Erasure often explores themes of love, longing, and liberation, employing a voice that ranges from earnest to playful. Their storytelling tends to embrace both sincerity and irony, creating an engaging dialogue that resonates on various levels. This multifaceted approach allows them to craft songs that feel simultaneously personal and universally relatable.

Full discography

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

108 releases • 60 albums • 6 EPS • 1985–2022

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Albums ()

Day-Glo (Based on a True Story)

2022

The Neon Live

2022

EBX8 / Singles

2021

The Neon Singles

2020

The Neon

2020

World Beyond

2018

World Be Live

2018

World Be Gone

2017

From Moscow To Mars

2016

Always: The Very Best of Erasure

2015

The Violet Flame Remixes

2015

The Violet Flame

2014

Snow Globe

2014

Essential

2012

The Complete Tomorrow's World

2012

Tomorrow's World

2011

Tomorrow's World Tour (Live at the Roundhouse)

2011

Total Pop! The First 40 Hits

2009

Erasure.Club

2009

The Innocents

2009

Pop2! The Second 20 Hits

2009

Live at the Royal Albert Hall

2008

Pop! Treasure

2008

Live at the Royal Albert Hall

2007

Light at the End of the World

2007

On the Road to Nashville

2007

Acoustic Live

2006

Union Street

2006

EIS Live

2006

Buried Treasure II

2006

Nightbird

2005

The Erasure Show

2005

Other People's Songs

2003

Hits! The Very Best of Erasure

2003

EBX4 - CD Singles Box Set 4

2001

EBX3 - CD Singles Box Set 3

2001

Loveboat

2000

EBX 1

1999

EBX

1999

EBX2 - CD Singles Box Set 2

1999

Cowboy

1997

Buried Treasure

1997

An Evening with Erasure

1997

Erasure

1995

I Say I Say I Say

1994

Pop! The First 20 Hits

1992

Chorus

1991

Wild!

1989

The Circus

1987

Wonderland

1986

The Two Ring Circus

Live at the Seaside

Innocents

Wild!

The Erasure Show – Live in Cologne

EBX6 - CD Singles Box Set 6

EBX7 - CD Singles Box Set 7

Pop ! The Videos

The Neon Remixed

Acoustic Session

EPs ()

Pop! Remixed

2009

Phantom Bride EP

2009

Storm Chaser

2007

Abba-esque

1992

Crackers International

1988

Ne:EP

Singles ()

Secrets

2021

Nerves of Steel

2020

Hey Now (Think I Got a Feeling)

2020

Fallen Angel

2020

Eres tú

2015

Elevation

2014

Fill Us with Fire

2012

Be with You

2011

When I Start To (Break It All Down)

2011

Sunday Girl / Take Me on a Highway

2007

I Could Fall in Love with You

2007

Don't Say You Love Me

2005

Breathe

2005

Here I Go Impossible Again

2005

Moon & the Sky

2001

Freedom

2000

Don't Say Your Love Is Killing Me

1997

Rain

1997

In My Arms

1997

Rock Me Gently

1996

Fingers & Thumbs (Cold Summer's Day)

1995

Stay with Me

1995

Run to the Sun

1994

I Love Saturday

1994

Always (Erasure song)

1994

Breath of Life

1992

Am I Right?

1991

Love to Hate You

1991

Star

1990

Blue Savannah

1990

Brother and Sister

1990

You Surround Me

1989

Drama!

1989

A Little Respect

1988

Ship of Fools

1988

Chains of Love

1988

Victim of Love

1987

It Doesn't Have to Be

1987

Oh L'amour

1986

Sometimes

1986

Heavenly Action

1985

Who Needs Love Like That

1985

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How their sound evolved over time

Wonderland (1986)

The Circus (1987)

Crackers Internation... (1988)

Wild! (1989)

Chorus (1991)

Pop! The First 20 Hi... (1992)

Abba-esque (1992)

I Say I Say I Say (1994)

Erasure (1995)

Cowboy (1997)

Buried Treasure (1997)

An Evening with Eras... (1997)

EBX (1999)

EBX 1 (1999)

EBX2 - CD Singles Bo... (1999)

Loveboat (2000)

EBX4 - CD Singles Bo... (2001)

EBX3 - CD Singles Bo... (2001)

Other People's Songs (2003)

Hits! The Very Best... (2003)

Nightbird (2005)

The Erasure Show (2005)

Acoustic Live (2006)

Union Street (2006)

EIS Live (2006)

Buried Treasure II (2006)

Light at the End of... (2007)

Live at the Royal Al... (2007)

Storm Chaser (2007)

On the Road to Nashv... (2007)

Live at the Royal Al... (2008)

Pop! Treasure (2008)

Erasure.Club (2009)

The Innocents (2009)

Total Pop! The First... (2009)

Pop! Remixed (2009)

Phantom Bride EP (2009)

Pop2! The Second 20... (2009)

Tomorrow's World (2011)

Tomorrow's World Tour (Live at the Roundhouse)

Tomorrow's World Tou... (2011)

Essential (2012)

The Complete Tomorro... (2012)

The Violet Flame (2014)

Snow Globe (2014)

Always: The Very Bes... (2015)

The Violet Flame Rem... (2015)

From Moscow To Mars (2016)

The Neon Singles (2020)

EBX8 / Singles (2021)

Day-Glo (Based on a... (2022)

The Neon Live (2022)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Erasure sound like?

Pulsing synths intertwine with driving beats, creating an expansive groove that propels listeners into a vibrant dance atmosphere. Rooted in new wave and synth-pop. Start with The Innocents.

What is the best Erasure album to start with?

The best album to start with is "The Innocents" (2009). It's the most representative of what makes Erasure worth hearing.

Who is Erasure for?

If you're into new wave and synth-pop, Erasure is worth your time. Pulsing synths intertwine with driving beats, creating an expansive groove that propels listeners into a vibrant dance atmosphere.

How many albums does Erasure have?

Erasure has 108 releases in their discography, including 60 albums and 6 EPs.

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