Cruelty Without Beauty

Soft Cell

Cruelty Without Beauty

RELEASED: September 30, 2002
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Darker Times 4:25 2. Monoculture 3:55 3. Le Grand Guignol 4:14 4. The Night 4:16 5. Last Chance 4:30 6. Together Alone 5:46 7. Desperate 4:45 8. Whatever It Takes 4:37 9. All Out of Love 4:59 10. Sensation Nation 4:05 11. Caligula Syndrome 4:51 12. On an Up 4:26
Historical Archive
Cruelty Without Beauty is the fifth studio album by English synth-pop duo Soft Cell, released in 2002. The album marked a significant return for the band after a long hiatus, blending electronic music with elements of pop and new wave. Lyrically, it explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of modern relationships, showcasing the duo's signature melancholic aesthetic. The album received a mixed response from critics but has been appreciated by fans for its emotional depth and nostalgic sound, reinforcing Soft Cell's legacy in the synth-pop genre.