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The Moon Looked Down and Laughed

by Virgin Prunes

Released: July 03, 1986

Post-punk, gothic rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Experimental Album.

The Album

They were an active part of the Irish post-punk scene and friends with the members of the popular band U2. "The Moon Looked Down and Laughed" is a studio album by the Irish post-punk band Virgin Prunes. Released in 1986, it is the band's second and last studio album that came out through the record label Baby Records.

Inside the Recording

The album was produced by Dave Ball and Rick Walton.

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Interesting Facts

The band, Virgin Prunes, was known for their…

The band, Virgin Prunes, was known for their blend of post-punk and experimental rock.

“The Moon Looked Down and Laughed” showcases a…

“The Moon Looked Down and Laughed” showcases a distinct transition in the band's music, taking on more gothic and experimental rock elements.

This album contains the popular track "Love Lasts…

This album contains the popular track "Love Lasts Forever".

However, it continued to solidify the Virgin Prunes’…

However, it continued to solidify the Virgin Prunes’ unique place in the experimental and post-punk music scene.

Following this album, several members of the band…

Following this album, several members of the band departed resulting in a change of name and musical direction.

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Essential Tracks

Love Lasts Forever

This album contains the popular track "Love Lasts Forever".

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Reception

The album did not receive as much commercial success as hoped and was faced with mixed reviews.

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Legacy

Despite the changes, "The Moon Looked Down and Laughed" remains a significant part of the Virgin Prunes’ musical legacy.

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The Complete Album Story

"The Moon Looked Down and Laughed" is a studio album by the Irish post-punk band Virgin Prunes. Released in 1986, it is the band's second and last studio album that came out through the record label Baby Records. The album was produced by Dave Ball and Rick Walton.

The band, Virgin Prunes, was known for their blend of post-punk and experimental rock. They were an active part of the Irish post-punk scene and friends with the members of the popular band U2.

“The Moon Looked Down and Laughed” showcases a distinct transition in the band's music, taking on more gothic and experimental rock elements. This album contains the popular track "Love Lasts Forever".

The album did not receive as much commercial success as hoped and was faced with mixed reviews. However, it continued to solidify the Virgin Prunes’ unique place in the experimental and post-punk music scene. Following this album, several members of the band departed resulting in a change of name and musical direction. Despite the changes, "The Moon Looked Down and Laughed" remains a significant part of the Virgin Prunes’ musical legacy.