To Last Sigh
Released
2000
Label
Metropolis Records
Reviewed by
Christel Loar
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Last Edit/Update
14 May, 2001
| Alphaville Salvation |
Track Listing
1. inside out
2. monkey in the moon
3. guardian angel
4. wishful thinking
5. flame
6. point of know return
7. control
8. dangerous pieces
9. spirit of the age
10. soul messiah
11. new horizons
12. pandora's lullaby
13. life is king
14. wishful thinking physical
15. monkey in the moon demo
| Though German artists Alphaville has been recording synth pop for more than 15 years now, "Salvation" is only their fifth release-their first on Metropolis Records. Bernard Lloyd's keyboards and programming are instantly addictive, and Marian Gold's resplendent, romantic vocals make "Salvation" sound like just that: a musical deliverance. "Salvation" is a very cohesive album, best listened to as a unit. The brilliant beats and shimmering synth melodies sustain throughout. However, certain tracks do stand out. "Wishful Thinking" is a magnificent return to classic new wave. It is a pulsating, elating, example of pure pop. "Flame" is a beautiful ballad that is notable as much for its seeming simplicity as for its grand romantic lyrics. With "Salvation," Alphaville provides plenty of swirling synthesized refrains and clockwork beats-the essential elements of skillful synth pop. |
