"The Living Return" is an album by British pop group Swing Out Sister. Released in September 1994, it marks the band's fifth studio album. The album embraces a broad spectrum of music, combining the group's pop-jazz sounds with more intricate and layered arrangements. This shift was reflective of Corinne Drewery and Andy Connell, the group's key members, experimenting with more complex production techniques.
The album's most memorable track is "La La (Means I Love You)," an intimate cover of the Delfonics' 1968 soul hit. "Better Make It Better" is another hit song from the album. "The Living Return" received positive reviews for its sophisticated, lush orchestral arrangements.
Interestingly, this album did not generate a chart single in the UK. However, it achieved some success in the US with "La La (Means I Love You)," which peaked at number 7. Despite the album's lack of chart-topping success, Swing Out Sister continues to retain a dedicated fanbase. They're well-known for their synthesizer-heavy, smooth, and polished pop-jazz style music, and "The Living Return" remains a cherished part of their discography.
