Marc Almond
19 records available
Marc Almond
With electronically influenced productions in the 1980s, the singer established himself as a fixture in the British pop and wave scene after Soft Cell. Collaborations with producers such as Trevor Horn and the use of synthesisers and orchestral arrangements shaped his solo sound. Especially his releases between 1984 and 1991 show a clear stylistic development.
Marc Almond – Sound & Production Style
Almond’s solo work combines synthpop elements with orchestral and chanson influences, often supported by elaborate studio productions. Recordings such as “Tenement Symphony” were created under the direction of Trevor Horn, who is known for a dense, detailed sound. The blend of electronic beats, classical instruments and expressive vocals characterises many of his works from this period. Many albums were released on Some Bizzare and Parlophone.
Marc Almond on vinyl – the key releases
For collectors of electronically influenced 1980s pop music, the Singles 1984-1987 (12'' Vinyl Maxi) offers a selection of maxi versions from one of his most stylistically formative phases. The album Tenement Symphony (Vinyl LP) documents the collaboration with Trevor Horn and showcases Almond’s orchestral approach. The Jacky (12'' Vinyl Maxi) presents an individual interpretation of the Jacques Brel classic, produced in the characteristic style of the late 1980s.
For genre connoisseurs and fans of electronic pop productions from the 1980s and early 1990s, these records are relevant additions to any collection.
- Genre: Synthpop, Pop, Chanson
- Origin: United Kingdom
- Active: since the early 1980s
- Notable: solo career after Soft Cell, collaboration with Trevor Horn and Some Bizzare Records
