A Trick of the Night
Bananarama · 1986
20 min · 3 tracks · new wave · dance-pop
An energetic blend of dance-pop rhythms and new wave melodies that captures the vibrant spirit of the 80s.
A Trick of the Night is a single by Bananarama, released in 1986. An energetic blend of dance-pop rhythms and new wave melodies that captures the vibrant spirit of the 80s. The album showcased Bananarama's ability to adapt to changing musical trends, featuring remixes that were popular in dance clubs. It received notable recognition in the UK charts and helped solidify their presence in the pop landscape of the mid-80s, even as trends shifted toward more sophisticated sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Trick of the Night sound like?
An energetic blend of dance-pop rhythms and new wave melodies that captures the vibrant spirit of the 80s. Rooted in new wave and dance-pop.
What makes A Trick of the Night by Bananarama notable?
The album showcased Bananarama's ability to adapt to changing musical trends, featuring remixes that were popular in dance clubs. It received notable recognition in the UK charts and helped solidify their presence in the pop landscape of the mid-80s, even as trends shifted toward more sophisticated sounds. Released on December 1, 1986, 'A Trick of the Night' marked Bananarama's transition into a more mature sound following their breakthrough success with 'Cruel Summer'. This album came during a period of artistic evolution for the group, as they began to experiment with deeper themes and more complex production techniques.
How many songs are on A Trick of the Night?
A Trick of the Night has 3 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 A Trick of the Night (The Number One mix) Standout 8:14
- 2 A Trick of the Night (Tricky mix) Standout 7:16
- 3 A Trick of the Night (dub mix) Standout 4:32
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