Celebrating three decades of Swedish pop excellence, Roxette's "Look Sharp! 30th Anniversary Edition" is a comprehensive journey through the band's iconic 1988 album and its evolution. This expanded edition offers a treasure trove of 35 tracks, including the original 11 tracks that defined Roxette's international breakthrough, plus a wealth of demos and B-sides that provide an intimate glimpse into the creative process behind the album.
From the infectious energy of "The Look" and "Dressed For Success" to the poignant ballads like "Cry" and "Listen To Your Heart," the album showcases Roxette's signature blend of catchy melodies, soaring vocals, and clever lyrics. The demos reveal the band's experimentation and refinement, with multiple versions of tracks like "Dangerous" and "Sleeping Single" highlighting their attention to detail.
Recorded between 1987 and 1988, the album captures a pivotal moment in Roxette's career, just before they skyrocketed to global fame. The 30th Anniversary Edition, released on WM Sweden, is a must-listen for both longtime fans and newcomers, offering a rich, immersive experience that spans over three hours. It's a testament to Roxette's enduring appeal and their ability to craft timeless pop music.
Tracks
The LookRoxette
Dressed For SuccessRoxette
Sleeping SingleRoxette
PaintRoxette
Dance AwayRoxette
CryRoxette
ChancesRoxette
DangerousRoxette
Half A Woman, Half A ShadowRoxette
View From A HillRoxette
(I Could Never) Give You UpRoxette
Shadow Of A DoubtRoxette
Listen To Your HeartRoxette
The VoiceRoxette
One Is Such A Lonely Number - Demo September 1987Roxette
Don't Believe in Accidents - Demo Spring 88Roxette
The Look - T&A Demo Mar 30, 1988Roxette, Per Gessle
Dressed For Success - T&A Demo May 20, 1987Roxette, Per Gessle
Dressed For Success - EMI Demo May 26-30, 1987Roxette
Sleeping Single - T&A Demo May 22, 1987Roxette, Per Gessle
Sleeping Single - EMI Demo May 26-30 1987Roxette
Paint - T&A Demo April 22, 1988Roxette, Per Gessle
Dance Away - T&A Demo Feb 9, 1988Roxette
Cry - T&A Demo Feb 9, 1988Roxette
Chances - T&A Demo Nov 24, 1987Roxette, Per Gessle
Dangerous - T&A Demo Feb 11, 1987Roxette, Per Gessle
Dangerous (acoustic version) - T&A Demo Feb 25, 1987Roxette, Per Gessle
Dangerous - EMI Demo May 26-30, 1987Roxette
View From A Hill - T&A Demo Nov 17, 1987Roxette, Per Gessle
(I Could Never) Give You Up - T&A Demo Dec 18, 1987Roxette, Per Gessle
Shadow Of A Doubt - T&A Demo Feb 9, 1988Roxette, Per Gessle
Listen To Your Heart - T&A Demo May 9, 1988Roxette, Per Gessle
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