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Close to the Bone

by Thompson Twins

Released: April 06, 1987

Alternative rock, new wave, synth-pop

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Genre Shift.

The Album

"Close to the Bone" is the sixth studio album by the British pop group Thompson Twins, released in 1987. The album represents a departure from the band's earlier synth-pop sound, incorporating elements of rock, funk, and soul into their music. Notable tracks include "Get That Love," "Long Goodbye," and "Dancing in Your Shoes," all of which showcase the band's evolving musical style and songwriting prowess.

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"Close to the Bone" features a mix of…

"Close to the Bone" features a mix of upbeat, danceable tracks and more introspective, atmospheric compositions.

It serves as a testament to the band's…

It serves as a testament to the band's versatility and creativity, and continues to be appreciated by fans of 1980s pop music.

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Essential Tracks

Long Goodbye

Notable tracks include "Get That Love," "Long Goodbye," and "Dancing in Your Shoes," all of which showcase the band's evolving musical style and songwriting prowess.

Dancing in Your Shoes

Notable tracks include "Get That Love," "Long Goodbye," and "Dancing in Your Shoes," all of which showcase the band's evolving musical style and songwriting prowess.

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Reception

Nevertheless, "Close to the Bone" achieved moderate commercial success, reaching the top 75 in the UK Albums Chart. The album received mixed reviews from critics upon its release, with some praising the band's experimentation and adventurous spirit, while others found the album to be uneven in its execution. While "Close to the Bone" may not have been as commercially successful as some of Thompson Twins' earlier albums, it remains a noteworthy entry in the band's discography, showcasing their willingness to evolve and explore new musical territories.

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"Close to the Bone" features a mix of upbeat, danceable tracks and more introspective, atmospheric compositions. Notable tracks include "Get That Love," "Long Goodbye," and "Dancing in Your Shoes," all of which showcase the band's evolving musical style and songwriting prowess.

The album received mixed reviews from critics upon its release, with some praising the band's experimentation and adventurous spirit, while others found the album to be uneven in its execution. Nevertheless, "Close to the Bone" achieved moderate commercial success, reaching the top 75 in the UK Albums Chart.

While "Close to the Bone" may not have been as commercially successful as some of Thompson Twins' earlier albums, it remains a noteworthy entry in the band's discography, showcasing their willingness to evolve and explore new musical territories. It serves as a testament to the band's versatility and creativity, and continues to be appreciated by fans of 1980s pop music.