"String Theory" is an album by the British new wave band, A Flock of Seagulls, released in 2018. This album marks the band's seventh studio album and represents a novel approach to their work, re-imagining their greatest hits through orchestral arrangements. The result is a fusion of rock, pop, and classical elements that gives their original music a new depth.
Some of the hit tracks that are revived in the album include the band’s enduring classics like "I Ran (So Far Away)", "Space Age Love Song," and "Wishing," among others, all of which are presented with a fresh spin using symphonic strings and other elements while holding on to their classic synth-heavy roots.
The band, lead by Mike Score, was originally formed in Liverpool, England, in 1980 and rose to prominence in the 1980s with their colourful and futuristic image. Despite going through multiple lineup changes and hiatus periods throughout their career, they are still active today, releasing new work like "String Theory" and continuing to reach new audiences.
"String Theory" has been well-received and praised for its creative transformation of iconic tunes, reinvigorating them with a new and unique perspective while still maintaining the characteristics that made them memorable in the first place. Part band nostalgia, part musical experiment, "String Theory" represents a mature and innovative step forward for A Flock Seagulls, demonstrating their evolution without discarding their foundational sound.
