Released in 1985, Cupid & Psyche 85 stands as one of the defining albums of the decade, showcasing Scritti Politti's bold leap into polished electronic pop. Fronted by Green Gartside, whose remarkably high and ethereal voice gave the record an otherworldly, almost synthetic quality, the album blended cutting-edge production with deeply thoughtful songwriting.
Beyond its sleek, radio-ready surface, Cupid & Psyche 85 carries a compelling intellectual undercurrent, with Gartside's lyrics exploring the tension between idealized love and true human connection — captured perfectly in the line "Now I know to love you is not to know you." Now available on vinyl via Rough Trade, this is a chance to experience a landmark of 1980s electronic pop in its finest format.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Rough Trade
- Genre: Electronic, Pop
- Release Date: 07/30/2021
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TRACKS
A1. The Word Girl
A2. Small Talk
A3. Absolute
A4. A Little Knowledge
A5. Don't Work That Hard
B1. Perfect Way(Alternate Version)
B2. Lover To Fall
B3. Wood Beez
B4. Hypnotize
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