Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82
Simple Minds · 1990
88 min · 16 tracks · new wave
A pulsating blend of synth-driven anthems and atmospheric instrumentals that encapsulate early new wave energy.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied intensity pulsating anthems for active listening engaging soundscapes for reflection
- Context
- Released in 1990, 'Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82' compiles Simple Minds' early work as they transitioned from cult favorites to global stars. This album follows their commercial breakthrough with 'Once Upon a Time' (1985), showcasing their evolution while paying homage to their formative years.
- If you like
- new wave
Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82 is an album by Simple Minds, released in 1990. A pulsating blend of synth-driven anthems and atmospheric instrumentals that encapsulate early new wave energy. This compilation album not only highlights the band's influential sound during the late 70s and early 80s but also serves as a retrospective that garnered renewed interest in their early catalog. It played a role in solidifying Simple Minds' status within the new wave genre, especially after their earlier hits had permeated mainstream culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82 sound like?
A pulsating blend of synth-driven anthems and atmospheric instrumentals that encapsulate early new wave energy. Rooted in new wave.
What makes Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82 by Simple Minds notable?
This compilation album not only highlights the band's influential sound during the late 70s and early 80s but also serves as a retrospective that garnered renewed interest in their early catalog. It played a role in solidifying Simple Minds' status within the new wave genre, especially after their earlier hits had permeated mainstream culture. Released in 1990, 'Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82' compiles Simple Minds' early work as they transitioned from cult favorites to global stars. This album follows their commercial breakthrough with 'Once Upon a Time' (1985), showcasing their evolution while paying homage to their formative years.
Who is Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82 for?
Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82 works well if you're into dynamic journey with varied intensity, pulsating anthems for active listening and engaging soundscapes for reflection.
How many songs are on Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82?
Themes – Volume 1: March 79–April 82 has 16 tracks, running approximately 88 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 I Travel Standout 6:15
- 2 Celebrate 5:03
- 3 Film Theme 2:18
Disc 2
- 1 The American 6:58
- 2 League of Nations 4:58
- 3 Sound in 70 Cities 5:02
Disc 3
- 1 Love Song 5:04
- 2 This Earth That You Walk Upon 5:26
- 3 Life in a Day 4:07
Disc 4
- 1 Sweat in Bullet 7:23
- 2 20th Century Promised Land 4:51
- 3 League of Nations 6:14
- 4 In Trance as Mission 7:18
Disc 5
- 1 Promised You a Miracle Standout 4:54
- 2 Theme for Great Cities Standout 5:54
- 3 Seeing Out the Angel 6:31
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