
Happiness is the debut album from Manchester duo Hurts. A synthpop pick and mix that the intimidatingly pair can be proud of. Polished vocals adorned with smooth electronics and guitar, this full length studio effort is a heartfelt return to the classic sound evoked by the likes of Depeche Mode, The Pet Shop Boys and New Order.
Opener Silver Lining showcases the silky smooth vocals of Theo Hutchcroft and the electronic efforts of Adam Anderson in epic proportions. A melancholy yet irresistibly catchy track climaxing with Hutchcroft’s vocals alongside an orchestral tenor. It’s a...