The Anvil" saw Visage further explore darker, more industrial textures, moving beyond the synth-pop sheen of their debut. It featured a more complex and experimental sound that alienated some fans but is now seen as a key transitional work.
- The album was recorded at Rockfield Studios in Wales.
- It reached number 15 on the UK Albums Chart.
- The album's lead single "The Damned Don't Cry" reached number 40 on the UK Singles Chart.
Visage was a British-American synth-pop band formed in London in 1978. They were pioneers of the New Romantic movement and are best known for their influential debut album and hit single "Fade to Grey." This 1982 album, "The Anvil," was released during a period of shifting lineups and increasing artistic ambition for the band.
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