"Visage" is the debut of the band formed by Steve Strange and Rusty Egan, alongside other notable members such as Midge Ure and Billy Currie from Ultravox. The album is renowned for its pioneering use of synthesizers and electronic music elements, which were innovative for its time and contributed significantly to the emerging new wave and synth-pop genres of the early 1980s.
Key tracks from the album include the singles "Fade to Grey" and "Mind of a Toy," both of which achieved commercial success and critical acclaim. "Fade to Grey" in particular became an international hit, reaching high chart positions across Europe and beyond, and is often regarded as one of the defining songs of the era.
"Visage" is characterized by its atmospheric and electronic soundscapes, complemented by Steve Strange's distinctive vocals and the band's stylish image, which reflected the burgeoning New Romantic movement. The album's artwork, featuring a striking portrait of Strange, also contributed to its iconic status within the visual and musical landscape of the time.
Despite being their debut album, "Visage" established the band as influential figures in the electronic music scene, paving the way for their subsequent work and influencing numerous artists in the synth-pop and new wave genres that followed.
