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Hearts and Knives

by Visage

Released: May 20, 2013

Synth-pop, pop, rock

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Overall, "Hearts and Knives" stands as a testament…

Overall, "Hearts and Knives" stands as a testament to Visage's enduring influence on electronic music and their ability to evolve with the times while staying true to their roots.

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It received generally positive reviews for its nostalgic yet contemporary approach to the genre, with critics praising its infectious hooks and the band's ability to recapture the essence of their early work while infusing it with a modern flair.

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"Hearts and Knives" is the fourth studio album by the British synthpop band Visage, released in 2013. The album marked a return for the band after a lengthy hiatus and the death of its frontman, Steve Strange. "Hearts and Knives" embraces the classic synthpop sound that Visage helped pioneer in the 1980s, featuring pulsating electronic beats, haunting melodies, and emotive lyrics. It received generally positive reviews for its nostalgic yet contemporary approach to the genre, with critics praising its infectious hooks and the band's ability to recapture the essence of their early work while infusing it with a modern flair. Overall, "Hearts and Knives" stands as a testament to Visage's enduring influence on electronic music and their ability to evolve with the times while staying true to their roots.