The Suberbs of Alphabet City

ABC

The Suberbs of Alphabet City

RELEASED: January 25, 1988
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. When Smokey Sings (The Detroit mix) 6:48 2. When Smokey Sings (bonus Beats) 4:40 3. King Without a Crown (Monarchy mix) (Abridged) 4:18 4. The Night You Murdered Love (The Reply) Meaning 4:51 5. The Night You Murdered Love (The Sheer-Chic mix) 6:33 6. Chicago (Part 1 & 2) 6:40 7. The Look of Love Meaning 6:10 8. Poison Arrow Meaning 4:44
Historical Archive
The Suberbs of Alphabet City is an album by the British synth-pop band ABC, released in 1991. The album showcases the band's signature sound, blending lush synthesizers with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics. It represents a continuation of ABC's exploration of themes surrounding urban life and personal relationships, reflecting the band's evolution in the early '90s. While it received mixed reviews upon release, the album has since gained a cult following for its distinctive sound and innovative production techniques.