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No. 1 in Heaven

by Sparks

Released: March 01, 1979

Disco, rock, electronica, synth-pop, hi-NRG

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Why This Album Matters

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

The Album

"Nº 1 in Heaven" is the eighth studio album by American rock band Sparks, released in March 1979. This collaboration led to a more electronic and synth-driven sound, which became highly influential on the emerging synth-pop genre. The album was initially released by Virgin Records, with some copies featuring colored vinyl.

Inside the Recording

The album represents a significant shift in the band's musical direction, as it was produced by the renowned Italian disco producer Giorgio Moroder.

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Interesting Facts

Following its release, it was licensed to Elektra…

Following its release, it was licensed to Elektra Records in the United States.

Nº 1 in Heaven played a crucial role…

Nº 1 in Heaven played a crucial role in revitalizing interest in Sparks and remains notable for its pioneering use of synthesizers and electronic production techniques.

It is also significant as Sparks' only album…

It is also significant as Sparks' only album released under Elektra, marking the fourth different label the band had been signed to in the US.

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Then

Reception

The album came at a time when the band was experiencing a dip in commercial success, following the less successful Big Beat 1976 and Introducing Sparks 1977.

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The Complete Album Story

"Nº 1 in Heaven" is the eighth studio album by American rock band Sparks, released in March 1979. The album represents a significant shift in the band's musical direction, as it was produced by the renowned Italian disco producer Giorgio Moroder. This collaboration led to a more electronic and synth-driven sound, which became highly influential on the emerging synth-pop genre.

The album was initially released by Virgin Records, with some copies featuring colored vinyl. Following its release, it was licensed to Elektra Records in the United States. The album came at a time when the band was experiencing a dip in commercial success, following the less successful Big Beat 1976 and Introducing Sparks 1977. Nº 1 in Heaven played a crucial role in revitalizing interest in Sparks and remains notable for its pioneering use of synthesizers and electronic production techniques.

It is also significant as Sparks' only album released under Elektra, marking the fourth different label the band had been signed to in the US.