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Yazoo Album - Only Yazoo: The Best Of
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Only Yazoo: The Best Of |
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Release Date:2008-07-15
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Type:Unknown
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Genre:New Wave
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Label:Mute
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Explicit Lyrics:No
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UPC:5016025682478
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Review :
Although {$Yazoo} split in 1984, it wasn't until 15 years later that a substantial compilation album appeared. {^Only Yazoo: The Best Of} represents some of the best {\synth pop} ever committed to record, and provides a fine display of the range and power of {$Alison Moyet}'s incredible voice. All of the singles are present (with the exception of {&"The Other Side of Love"}), as well as a handful of quality album tracks. Thankfully, the {$Francois Kevorkian} mix of {&"Situation"} is included, as well as three "1999" mixes. These modern mixes don't reach the same heights as the originals, and the {$Todd Terry} remix of {&"Don't Go"} almost manages to ruin a beautiful song. However, for the most part, {^Only Yazoo} is close to perfect. Tracks like {&"Nobody's Diary"} remain landmarks of {\pop} songwriting, although the sparse arrangements sometimes sound dated. Even so, it's a great album, and a fine overview of {$Yazoo}'s brief career. ~ Jim Harper, All Music Guide
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