Swing Out Sister – It's Better To Travel
Swing Out Sister – It's Better To Travel
Swing Out Sister – It's Better To Travel
Swing Out Sister – It's Better To Travel is the stylish and sophisticated debut album from the British trio, blending synth-pop, sophisticated pop, jazz, soul and electronic production into one of the most distinctive sounds of the late 1980s. Originally released in 1987 on Mercury Records, the album reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and established Swing Out Sister as one of the era's most polished pop acts.
The album opens with the instantly recognisable "Breakout", one of Swing Out Sister's biggest hits and a defining example of their sophisticated pop sound. With its infectious melody, bright production, real horns and Corinne Drewery's distinctive vocals, the track became a major international success, reaching No. 4 in the UK.
"Twilight World (Superb, Superb Mix)" follows with a cooler, more atmospheric sound, bringing jazz influences and sophisticated electronic textures to the forefront. "After Hours" and "Blue Mood" continue the album's elegant combination of keyboards, horns, percussion and beautifully arranged pop songwriting.
Side two features the equally memorable "Surrender", which reached No. 7 in the UK Singles Chart, followed by "Fooled By A Smile", "Communion" and "It's Not Enough". The album closes with the instrumental "Theme (From 'It's Better To Travel')", providing a suitably cinematic finish.
Produced by Paul Staveley O'Duffy, the album is notable for its sophisticated arrangements, combining synthesizers with real strings, horns and percussion. The result is a warm, organic sound despite its distinctly electronic 1980s production.
For collectors of Swing Out Sister, sophisti-pop, 1980s synth-pop, jazz-pop, electronic pop and classic UK pop vinyl, It's Better To Travel remains one of the essential albums of its era.
Tracklist
Side A
- Breakout
- Twilight World (Superb, Superb Mix)
- After Hours
- Blue Mood
Side B
- Surrender
- Fooled By A Smile
- Communion
- It's Not Enough
- Theme (From "It's Better To Travel")
Record Details
| Label | Mercury Records |
| Catalogue Number | OUT LP1 |
| Year of Release | 1987 |
| Country of Pressing | UK |
| Speed | 33 RPM |
| Decade | 1980's |
| Media Condition | VG+ |
| Sleeve Condition | VG+ |
| Format Notes | Vinyl LP, incl. Inner |
Details
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