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.
A:
1)
Your Wildest Dreams
2)
Talkin' Talkin'
3)
Rock 'N' Roll Over You
4)
I Just Don't Care
5)
Running Out Of Love
B:
1)
The Other Side Of Life
2)
The Spirit
3)
Slings And Arrows
4)
It May Be A Fire
Producer, Recorded By - Tony Visconti
Engineer [Assistant Engineer] - Sam Smith
Programmed By [Additional Programming], Sampler [Sampling] - Barry Radman