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Ascension (A Flock of Seagulls album)

by A Flock Of Seagulls

Released: July 06, 2018

New wave, orchestral

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

"Ascension" by A Flock of Seagulls marks a significant return for the band, as it is their first album since 1984's "The Story of a Young Heart" to feature all four original members. Released on July 6, 2018, by August Day Recordings, the album presents a unique approach by re-recording 12 songs, including tracks from their first three albums and one new song, with the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. This orchestral rendition adds a new dimension to their classic tracks, blending the band's iconic New wave sound with symphonic arrangements.

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Essential Tracks

Ascension

"Ascension" debuted impressively on Billboard's Top Classical Albums chart, reaching No. 8 for the week of July 21, 2018.

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Reception

It also made an impact on the UK Independent Albums Chart, peaking at No. 29 for the week of July 13, 2018, demonstrating the band's enduring appeal and the fresh perspective brought by this orchestral reinterpretation. "Ascension" debuted impressively on Billboard's Top Classical Albums chart, reaching No. 8 for the week of July 21, 2018.

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The Complete Album Story

This orchestral rendition adds a new dimension to their classic tracks, blending the band's iconic New wave sound with symphonic arrangements. "Ascension" debuted impressively on Billboard's Top Classical Albums chart, reaching No. 8 for the week of July 21, 2018. It also made an impact on the UK Independent Albums Chart, peaking at No. 29 for the week of July 13, 2018, demonstrating the band's enduring appeal and the fresh perspective brought by this orchestral reinterpretation.