Stars
Simply Red · 1991
41 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · pop rock · soul
Soulful melodies intertwine with sophisticated pop arrangements, creating a smooth and inviting listening experience.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- smooth, inviting listening experience balanced emotional reflections mid-tempo groove for relaxation
- Context
- By the time 'Stars' was released in September 1991, Simply Red had already achieved commercial success with their previous album, 'A New Flame.' This marked their fourth studio album and solidified their position as leading figures in the sophisti-pop genre, showcasing a refined sound that appealed to both pop and soul audiences.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, pop rock, soul
Stars is an album by Simply Red, released in 1991. Soulful melodies intertwine with sophisticated pop arrangements, creating a smooth and inviting listening experience. 'Stars' became one of Simply Red's most commercially successful albums, reaching number one in several countries and earning multi-platinum status. It produced hit singles such as 'Something Got Me Started' and 'For Your Babies,' which helped to establish the band’s legacy within the UK pop scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stars sound like?
Soulful melodies intertwine with sophisticated pop arrangements, creating a smooth and inviting listening experience. Rooted in jazz fusion and pop rock.
What makes Stars by Simply Red notable?
'Stars' became one of Simply Red's most commercially successful albums, reaching number one in several countries and earning multi-platinum status. It produced hit singles such as 'Something Got Me Started' and 'For Your Babies,' which helped to establish the band’s legacy within the UK pop scene. By the time 'Stars' was released in September 1991, Simply Red had already achieved commercial success with their previous album, 'A New Flame.' This marked their fourth studio album and solidified their position as leading figures in the sophisti-pop genre, showcasing a refined sound that appealed to both pop and soul audiences.
Who is Stars for?
Stars works well if you're into smooth, inviting listening experience, balanced emotional reflections and mid-tempo groove for relaxation.
How many songs are on Stars?
Stars has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Something Got Me Started Standout 4:01
- 2 Stars Standout 4:08
- 3 Thrill Me 5:03
- 4 Your Mirror 3:59
- 5 She’s Got It Bad 3:34
- 6 For Your Babies Standout 4:17
- 7 Model 3:46
- 8 How Could I Fall 4:45
- 9 Freedom 3:52
- 10 Wonderland 3:49
Release Date
September 30, 1991
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
41 min 18 sec
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