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Listen

by A Flock Of Seagulls

Released: April 29, 1983

New wave

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Why This Album Matters

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

The Album

"Listen" is the second studio album by the English new wave band A Flock of Seagulls, released in 1983. The album builds upon the band's signature synth-driven sound, incorporating elements of rock, pop, and electronic music. "Listen" features the band's hit single "Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)," which became one of their most well-known songs and a staple of 1980s pop culture.

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The album also includes tracks like "Transfer Affection"…

The album also includes tracks like "Transfer Affection" and "Nightmares" which showcase the band's atmospheric soundscapes and catchy melodies.

Overall, "Listen" is considered a solid addition to…

Overall, "Listen" is considered a solid addition to A Flock of Seagulls' discography, capturing the essence of the band's sound and contributing to their status as icons of the new wave era.

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Reception

While "Listen" received mixed reviews from critics upon its release, it achieved commercial success, particularly in the United States, where it peaked at number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart.

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The Complete Album Story

"Listen" features the band's hit single "Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)," which became one of their most well-known songs and a staple of 1980s pop culture. The album also includes tracks like "Transfer Affection" and "Nightmares" which showcase the band's atmospheric soundscapes and catchy melodies.

While "Listen" received mixed reviews from critics upon its release, it achieved commercial success, particularly in the United States, where it peaked at number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Overall, "Listen" is considered a solid addition to A Flock of Seagulls' discography, capturing the essence of the band's sound and contributing to their status as icons of the new wave era.