Memorial Beach is a-ha's fifth studio album, recorded in Waterfall Studios, Sweden, and produced by David Z (known for his work with Prince). It was a departure from their earlier synth-pop sound, incorporating more rock-oriented elements and focusing on darker, more introspective themes.
- The album was primarily recorded in Waterfall Studios, Sweden, with producer David Z.
- "Angel in the Snow," a track from the album, was co-written with Ian Stanley and featured a guest appearance by Graham Nash.
- "Memorial Beach" saw a-ha experimenting with a more guitar-driven sound, a departure from their synth-pop origins.
a-ha is a Norwegian synth-pop band, formed in 1982. They are best known for their early MTV hits like "Take On Me." In 1993, a-ha was several years removed from their initial international breakthrough, operating in a less chart-focused, more self-directed phase of their career.
Tracklist
More from a-ha
MTV Unplugged – Summer Solstice2017
Scoundrel Days1986
East of the Sun, West of the Moon1990
True North2022
Headlines and Deadlines – The Hits of A-ha1991
Stay on These Roads1988
Foot of the Mountain2009
How Can I Sleep with Your Voice in My Head2003
Hunting High and Low1986
Take On Me1985
Minor Earth Major Sky2000
Lifelines2002
