Howard Jones's 1985 debut is a synth-pop classic, an earnest exploration of electronic textures and optimistic songwriting. The album spawned three Top 20 hits in the UK and remains a definitive statement of mid-80s electronic pop.
- "Dream into Action" was produced by Ian Stanley and Dave Bell, with additional production by Ros Ball. The album reached number 2 in the UK Albums Chart. It was later certified platinum by the BPI.
- The album's lead single, "New Song," was a Top 10 hit in the UK. Another single from the album, "What Is Love?", also reached the Top 20. The album's success propelled Jones to international fame.
- The album was recorded at select studios in London and Los Angeles. Cherry Red Records, an independent label known for its post-punk and new wave output, released the album.
Howard Jones is a British singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for his synth-pop and electronic music. He emerged in the mid-1980s as part of the New Romantic movement.
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