Turn Back the Clock
Johnny Hates Jazz · 1988
56 min · 13 tracks · new wave · pop rock
A lush blend of synth-driven pop melodies and introspective lyrics that epitomize late '80s romanticism.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions introspective late-night reflections
- Context
- Released in early 1988, 'Turn Back the Clock' was Johnny Hates Jazz's debut album, marking their arrival on the UK pop scene. The band quickly gained attention with their polished sound and catchy hooks, following a successful period of songwriting and studio work that led to their signing with a major label.
- If you like
- new wave, pop rock
Turn Back the Clock is an album by Johnny Hates Jazz, released in 1988. A lush blend of synth-driven pop melodies and introspective lyrics that epitomize late '80s romanticism. The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart, propelled by hit singles such as 'Shattered Dreams,' which also made significant waves internationally. Its commercial success helped solidify the band's status within the new wave genre and influenced subsequent pop acts in the late '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Turn Back the Clock sound like?
A lush blend of synth-driven pop melodies and introspective lyrics that epitomize late '80s romanticism. Rooted in new wave and pop rock.
What makes Turn Back the Clock by Johnny Hates Jazz notable?
The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart, propelled by hit singles such as 'Shattered Dreams,' which also made significant waves internationally. Its commercial success helped solidify the band's status within the new wave genre and influenced subsequent pop acts in the late '80s. Released in early 1988, 'Turn Back the Clock' was Johnny Hates Jazz's debut album, marking their arrival on the UK pop scene. The band quickly gained attention with their polished sound and catchy hooks, following a successful period of songwriting and studio work that led to their signing with a major label.
Who is Turn Back the Clock for?
Turn Back the Clock works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and introspective late-night reflections.
How many songs are on Turn Back the Clock?
Turn Back the Clock has 13 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shattered Dreams Standout 3:26
- 2 Heart of Gold 3:20
- 3 Turn Back the Clock Standout 4:30
- 4 Don’t Say It’s Love 3:43
- 5 What Other Reason 3:20
- 6 I Don’t Want to Be a Hero Standout 3:37
- 7 Listen 3:44
- 8 Different Seasons 3:31
- 9 Don’t Let It End This Way 3:40
- 10 Foolish Heart 3:33
- 11 Heart of Gold (J. Mendelsohn mix) 6:41
- 12 Turn Back the Clock (J. Mendelsohn mix) 7:03
- 13 I Don’t Want to Be a Hero (extended mix) 6:36
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