The Beloved - Happiness [CD] (ONLINE ORDER ONLY)

Happiness was recorded from late 1988 to summer 1989, influenced by the band's immersion in the nascent UK Acid House scene. Originally a four-piece guitar/synth band, The Beloved MK1 parted ways late 1987 and founder members Jon Marsh and Steve Waddington were newly liberated by their electronic, machine-driven rhythm section. The perfect synchronicity of the Balearic stylings of the underground clubs and exposure to early Chicago House corresponded with a burst in songwriting and sonic adventure. The result: Happiness!

Recorded mostly with producer Martyn Phillips (who subsequently worked with Erasure, Jesus Jones, & Londonbeat) the band created a hybrid of British electronic pop music, US club beats, euphoric mood and consistently optimistic and uplifting lyrics.

Hello / Your Love Takes Me Higher / Time After Time / Dont You Worry / Scarlet Beautiful / The Sun Rising / I Love You More / Wake Up Soon / Up Up & Away / Found / I Love You More [demo] / Jackie (Won't You Please Come Home?) / Sally / My Hearts Desire / Your Love Takes Me Higher [demo] / Your Love Takes Me Higher [piano/303 Demo] / Wake Up Soon [demo] / Acid Love (7" Mix) / Acid Love (Acid Dream) / Paradise (My Darling, My Angel) / Time After Time [demo] / Time After Time [extended Demo Dub]/ Jennifer Smiles/ Pablo (7 Inch Mix) / The Sun Rising (Evening Session Remix)

• Format Detail: 2CD
• Format: CD
• Genre: Dance & Electronic