The 2016 Deluxe Edition of represents a definitive archival celebration of Alison Moyet’s second solo studio album. Originally released in 1987, this triple-platinum record solidified Moyet’s status as a global pop powerhouse after her departure from the synth-pop duo Yazoo. This reissue, part of a comprehensive series by BMG , features high-fidelity remastering that makes it a prime candidate for audiophiles seeking the FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) experience. Album Context and Production
The 2016 reissue is particularly significant for its sonic clarity and archival depth: Alison Moyet - Raindancing -Deluxe 2016- -FLAC-
For many, the most historically significant aspect of Raindancing is the inclusion of "That Ole Devil Called Love" and the extended mix of "Is This Love?" This collaboration with Stock Aitken Waterman placed Moyet in the same studio environment that birthed hits for Kylie Minogue and Rick Astley. Alison Moyet - Raindancing (Deluxe 2016) - FLAC
Moyet's "powerful bluesy contralto" is front and center, highlighting the "soul and passion" that remains her trademark. Album Context and Production The 2016 reissue is
This paper examines Alison Moyet’s second studio album, Raindancing (1987), through the lens of the 2016 Deluxe Edition remaster. By analyzing the production choices of producers Jimmy Iovine and Jess Bailey, the songwriting partnership with Kirk Burrowes, and the sonic fidelity presented in the FLAC format, the paper argues that Raindancing serves as a critical bridge between Moyet’s chart-topping pop persona and the mature artistry that would define her later career. The reissue reveals the depth of the vocal performance and the intricacies of the late-80s production, elevating the album from a period piece to a cohesive work of sophisticated pop.
An impassioned live recording from Wembley Arena in May 1987.
In the pantheon of 1980s pop icons, few voices command the gravity, grit, and emotional resonance of Alison Moyet. From her raw, punk-inflected beginnings with Yazoo (Yaz in the US) to her sophisticated solo output, Moyet has always defied easy categorization. However, one album in her discography often serves as the litmus test for true audiophile appreciation: .
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