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Mirror Mirror

by 10Cc

Released: June 03, 1995

Art rock, art pop, progressive pop, soft rock, pop rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"Mirror Mirror" is the 10th studio album by British rock band 10cc. "Mirror Mirror" was known for the beautiful ballad "Ready To Go Home," highlighting both Stewart and Gouldman's songwriting skills. Released in 1995, the album marked a reunion for the group, as only two of the original band members - Graham Gouldman and Eric Stewart - collaborated on this project.

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However, they worked mostly independently on the songs…

However, they worked mostly independently on the songs, marking a new phase in the band's music.

Its style ranged from pop to art rock…

Its style ranged from pop to art rock, reflecting the different influences and tastes of Stewart and Gouldman.

Although it marked the reunion of the original…

Although it marked the reunion of the original line-up, "Mirror Mirror" also signified the end of the band's recording career.

The album's narrative often lingers on themes of…

The album's narrative often lingers on themes of regret and retrospection, probably influenced by the group's nostalgia and the rough patch their career was going through.

The album was appreciated for its pure pop…

The album was appreciated for its pure pop, its smart lyrics, and the impeccable, at times idiosyncratic, production style.

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Essential Tracks

Ready to Go Home

"Mirror Mirror" was known for the beautiful ballad "Ready To Go Home," highlighting both Stewart and Gouldman's songwriting skills.

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Reception

The album included both new material and some remakes of classic 10cc tracks but didn't quite achieve commercial success. It peaked at No. 136 in the UK Albums Chart, showcasing lower sales compared to their previous works.

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The Complete Album Story

"Mirror Mirror" is the 10th studio album by British rock band 10cc. Released in 1995, the album marked a reunion for the group, as only two of the original band members - Graham Gouldman and Eric Stewart - collaborated on this project. However, they worked mostly independently on the songs, marking a new phase in the band's music.

Its style ranged from pop to art rock, reflecting the different influences and tastes of Stewart and Gouldman. The album included both new material and some remakes of classic 10cc tracks but didn't quite achieve commercial success. It peaked at No. 136 in the UK Albums Chart, showcasing lower sales compared to their previous works.

Although it marked the reunion of the original line-up, "Mirror Mirror" also signified the end of the band's recording career. The album's narrative often lingers on themes of regret and retrospection, probably influenced by the group's nostalgia and the rough patch their career was going through.

"Mirror Mirror" was known for the beautiful ballad "Ready To Go Home," highlighting both Stewart and Gouldman's songwriting skills. The album was appreciated for its pure pop, its smart lyrics, and the impeccable, at times idiosyncratic, production style. The album is a bold representation of 10cc's willingness to experiment and push boundaries.