Raindancing remains a fascinating turning point in Alison Moyet’s career—a bridge between the synth-pop experimentation of her youth and the mature, eclectic singer-songwriter she would become in the decades to follow. The 2016 Deluxe Edition in FLAC format is the ultimate way to experience this album, preserving the neon-lit nostalgia of 1987 with the crystal-clear fidelity of modern audio engineering.
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The original 10-track album was remastered to bring out the sonic nuances, balancing the bright production with the warmth of Moyet's vocals. Alison Moyet - Raindancing -Deluxe 2016- -FLAC-
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When Alison Moyet released her second solo studio album, Raindancing , in April 1987, she faced the monumental task of following up her multi-platinum debut, Alf . While Alf established her as a formidable solo force independent of her Yazoo legacy, Raindancing solidified her status as a global pop icon. Decades later, the 2016 Deluxe Edition remaster breathed new life into this classic, and experiencing it in Lossless Audio Codec (FLAC) format offers audiophiles and casual listeners alike the ultimate way to appreciate its sonic architecture. Raindancing remains a fascinating turning point in Alison
With the 2016 deluxe reissue (presented here in high-resolution ), we finally get to hear what Moyet and producer Jimmy Iovine actually intended. Stripped of the era’s harsh radio compression and presented with audiophile clarity, Raindancing isn't a misstep. It’s a misunderstood masterpiece.
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When Alison Moyet released her second solo album, Raindancing , in 1987, it marked a significant turning point in her career. Following the massive success of her debut, Alf (1984), Raindancing saw Moyet embracing a more polished, pop-oriented sound, breaking away from the gritty blues-soul image of her early years.
Essential 12-inch mixes and rarities, including extended versions of her hits.