Soundtrack to a Generation
59 min · 14 tracks · electronic · new wave · synth-pop
An energetic blend of synth-pop and art pop, echoing the vibrant cultural pulse of the 1980s.
Soundtrack to a Generation is an album by The Human League. An energetic blend of synth-pop and art pop, echoing the vibrant cultural pulse of the 1980s. The album featured the hit single 'Human,' which reached No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart, reaffirming The Human League's position in the synth-pop genre. Despite mixed critical reviews, it showcased the band's ability to adapt to changing musical trends and maintain commercial success, influencing subsequent electronic and pop acts throughout the late '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Soundtrack to a Generation sound like?
An energetic blend of synth-pop and art pop, echoing the vibrant cultural pulse of the 1980s. Rooted in electronic and new wave.
What makes Soundtrack to a Generation by The Human League notable?
The album featured the hit single 'Human,' which reached No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart, reaffirming The Human League's position in the synth-pop genre. Despite mixed critical reviews, it showcased the band's ability to adapt to changing musical trends and maintain commercial success, influencing subsequent electronic and pop acts throughout the late '80s. Released in 1986, 'Soundtrack to a Generation' was The Human League's fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Dare' in 1981. At this point, the band was experimenting with their sound while navigating changes in the music industry and their lineup. This album marked a shift towards a more polished production style as they sought to reclaim their relevance in a rapidly evolving pop landscape.
How many songs are on Soundtrack to a Generation?
Soundtrack to a Generation has 14 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Human Standout 4:28
- 2 Kiss the Future Standout 4:13
- 3 Together in Electric Dreams Standout 3:52
- 4 Are You Ever Coming Back? 4:52
- 5 Betrayed 4:02
- 6 Hard Times 5:11
- 7 Get It Right This Time 4:12
- 8 I Need Your Loving 3:45
- 9 Do or Die 5:23
- 10 Rebound 3:57
- 11 Soundtrack to a Generation 4:34
- 12 Empire State Human 3:13
- 13 The Real Thing 4:18
- 14 Don't You Know I Want You 3:08
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