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Spandau Ballet - Gold: The Best Video of
Gold: The Best of Spandau Ballet is a greatest hits album from Spandau Ballet, released on 4 September 2000 and contains 17 of their biggest hits. It was re-released on 17 August 2008 with a bonus live DVD. Tracklist: DVD-1 Gold 3:51 DVD-2 True 5:17 DVD-3 Only When You Leave 4:36 DVD-4 Lifeline 3:21 DVD-5 Communication 4:10 DVD-6 Instinction 3:33 DVD-7 Chant No.1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On) 4:12 DVD-8 To Cut A Long Story Short 3:24 DVD-9 The Freeze 3:48 DVD-10 Musclebound 3:57 DVD-11 Paint Me Down 3:11 DVD-12 She Loved Like Diamond 2:52 DVD-13 Round And Round 4:26 DVD-14 Highly Strung 4:48 DVD-15 Fight For Ourselves 4:31 DVD-16 I'll Fly For You 5:11 DVD-17 Through The Barricades 5:20
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Plot Summary
This compilation showcases the iconic music videos of the British band Spandau Ballet, tracing their rise to fame in the 1980s. It features their greatest hits, offering a visual retrospective of their synth-pop and new wave sound. The collection highlights the band's stylish image and enduring appeal.
Critical Reception
As a music video compilation, critical reception is generally focused on the quality of the videos and the selection of songs. This collection is widely regarded by fans as a comprehensive and well-curated look at Spandau Ballet's visual output during their most successful period. It's celebrated for its nostalgic value and the inclusion of essential hits.
What Reviewers Say
Essential viewing for Spandau Ballet fans, capturing their 80s heyday.
A strong collection of influential music videos from a seminal band.
Offers a visual journey through the band's most popular and iconic songs.
Google audience: Audience feedback for this compilation typically praises the excellent selection of music videos that capture the essence of Spandau Ballet's career. Fans often express satisfaction with the visual quality and the nostalgic trip back to the 1980s. It is seen as a definitive collection for both long-time followers and new listeners discovering the band's work.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (Music Video Compilation)
Fun Fact
The band's name, Spandau Ballet, was inspired by a visit to Berlin and the eerie silence and atmosphere of Spandau Prison, combined with the idea of dancers in the Gold Room of the club Blitz.
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