Alison Moyet - Raindancing (Deluxe 2016)
The resulting album was a slicker, more polished affair than its predecessor. It leaned heavily into the dance-pop sensibilities of the late 80s, utilizing the era’s trademark synthesizers and drum machines. While some critics at the time felt the production was too glossy, masking the raw power of Moyet’s soulful voice, hindsight has been kinder. Raindancing reveals itself as a masterclass in pop craftsmanship.
, the remastering provides a much higher fidelity than original 80s pressings. Final Verdict: An Essential for "Alf-ettes" Alison Moyet - Raindancing -Deluxe 2016- -FLAC-
In the landscape of 1980s British pop, few voices command as much respect as Alison Moyet. While her debut solo album, Alf, is often cited as her defining masterpiece, her 1987 sophomore effort, Raindancing, stands as a fascinating document of an artist navigating the pressures of fame and the evolving sound of the decade. In 2016, Music On Vinyl and Sony Legacy gave fans and audiophiles a reason to revisit the record with a comprehensive Deluxe Edition, released in high-quality FLAC audio formats for digital enthusiasts and heavyweight vinyl for collectors.
The FLAC format ensures that listeners can enjoy the album with uncompromised audio fidelity, preserving the nuances of Moyet's vocals and the album's intricate production. For fans of the album, this reissue is a must-have, offering a fresh perspective on the music and allowing them to appreciate the details that make "Raindancing" so special. Alison Moyet - Raindancing (Deluxe 2016) The resulting
Listening to the 2016 Deluxe Edition in FLAC format, the gloss evaporates. You hear the air between the synth pads. You feel the skin-on-skin contact of the drum skins. The high-resolution audio reveals that the "gloss" was actually a sophisticated layering of textures, lost in the muddy compression of 1987’s vinyl and cassette pressings.
Artistic Evolution: This edition allows listeners to hear the evolution of tracks like "Sleep Like Breathing" (a duet with David Freeman), revealing the subtle textures that define Moyet’s move toward a more sophisticated, adult-contemporary sound. Legacy and Reception Raindancing reveals itself as a masterclass in pop
The Artistry of Alison Moyet
When we talk about the powerhouse vocals of the 1980s, one voice stands above the rest in its soulful, bluesy depth: Alison Moyet . Following the massive success of her debut solo album , 1987 saw the release of her second album, Raindancing