"Fan the Flame (Part 2): The Resurrection" is the eighth and final album by the British band Dead or Alive, released on October 29, 2021. The songs on this album were originally recorded in 1992 as a follow-up to their previous album Fan the Flame (Part 1). However, the project was cancelled before its completion at the time. The recordings were later finished by producer Craig Hardy, following discussions with band members Pete Burns and Steve Coy before their deaths, with additional help from Coy’s estate.
The album represents the long-awaited conclusion to the Fan the Flame series, which had been left unfinished for nearly three decades. The release was a significant moment for Dead or Alive fans, providing a final glimpse into the band's creative direction at the time of the recordings. The album's release was a tribute to both Pete Burns, the band's iconic frontman, and Steve Coy, the drummer who passed away in 2018.
Fan the Flame (Part 2) features a blend of styles that were part of the band's signature sound, mixing elements of pop, dance, and new wave. The album's release was highly anticipated, particularly as it marked the band's final work after their previous albums and long hiatus. The final product was praised for capturing the essence of the band's earlier work while presenting a more refined version of the material they had originally recorded in the '90s.
