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Cry (Simple Minds album)

by Simple Minds

Released: April 01, 2002

Pop rock

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Why This Album Matters

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

The Album

"Cry" is the thirteenth studio album by the Scottish rock band Simple Minds, released on April 1, 2002. The album reflects Simple Minds' ongoing evolution and willingness to explore different musical territories throughout their career. The album marked a return to a more rock-oriented sound after the band's exploration of electronic and dance elements in the 1990s.

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Tracks like "Spaceface" and "Cry" showcase the band's…

Tracks like "Spaceface" and "Cry" showcase the band's ability to craft emotionally charged and dynamic rock songs.

The album's lead single, "Cry," received positive attention…

The album's lead single, "Cry," received positive attention for its catchy hooks and strong vocal performance by lead singer Jim Kerr.

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Essential Tracks

Cry

Spaceface

Tracks like "Spaceface" and "Cry" showcase the band's ability to craft emotionally charged and dynamic rock songs.

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Reception

While "Cry" may not have achieved the commercial success of some of Simple Minds' earlier works, it was appreciated by fans and critics for its solid songwriting and the band's return to a more guitar-driven sound. Simple Minds achieved considerable success in the 1980s with albums like "New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84)" and "Once Upon a Time." The "Cry" album features a mix of anthemic rock tunes and reflective ballads.

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The Complete Album Story

"Cry" is the thirteenth studio album by the Scottish rock band Simple Minds, released on April 1, 2002. The album marked a return to a more rock-oriented sound after the band's exploration of electronic and dance elements in the 1990s. Simple Minds achieved considerable success in the 1980s with albums like "New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84)" and "Once Upon a Time."

The "Cry" album features a mix of anthemic rock tunes and reflective ballads. Tracks like "Spaceface" and "Cry" showcase the band's ability to craft emotionally charged and dynamic rock songs. The album's lead single, "Cry," received positive attention for its catchy hooks and strong vocal performance by lead singer Jim Kerr.

While "Cry" may not have achieved the commercial success of some of Simple Minds' earlier works, it was appreciated by fans and critics for its solid songwriting and the band's return to a more guitar-driven sound. The album reflects Simple Minds' ongoing evolution and willingness to explore different musical territories throughout their career.