This is the band's 12th album, making extensive use of synthesizers. It follows the 80s pop genre, including a hit song that reached number 9 on the US charts.
This studio album, produced by Tony Visconti, broke new ground with a bold use of synthesizers, and "Your Wildest Dreams" reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100.
This album marks a shift from their traditional dreamy prog sound to a more pop-oriented one. Producer Tony Visconti's arrangements create a crystal-clear soundscape, utilizing digital instruments. "Your Wildest Dreams" became a hit, reaching number 9 on the charts, and the band gained new fans from the MTV generation. Justin Hayward's vocals retain their warmth yet refinement, showcasing the band's maturity. This is a transitional album that reflects the atmosphere of the '80s while maintaining their own unique sense of melody.
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A:
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1)
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Your Wildest Dreams
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2)
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Talkin' Talkin'
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3)
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Rock 'N' Roll Over You
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I Just Don't Care
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Running Out Of Love
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B:
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1)
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The Other Side Of Life
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2)
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The Spirit
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Slings And Arrows
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It May Be A Fire
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Producer, Recorded By - Tony Visconti
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Written-By - Justin Hayward (A1, A2, A4, A5, B1, B3)
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Engineer [Assistant] - Sam Smith
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Written-By - John Lodge (A2, A3, A5, B3, B4)
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Programmed By [Additional], Sampler [Additional Sampling] - Barry Radman
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Engineer [Assistant] - Andy Llewellyn
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Engineer [Assistant] - Gordon Futter
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Art Direction, Design - Alwyn Clayden
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Design - Bruce Gill
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Photography By - Michael Hoppen
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Illustration - Karl Lloyd
