Why? Man, he had a superb, soulful voice like fellow Scot Annie Lennox - strong contrast with the electronic music. (I notice that Eurythmics are experiencing a revival among leftfield club DJs at the moment.) And, man, did he not have the look. Suave with a capital S! The record Vienna is magnificent! I just got the Vienna LP for $5 (around US$8) yesterday - mint - in a little second hand shop in Camberwell along with Rage In Eden & Dare. What a steal. His later solo stuff was mixed - I agree, though his version of No Regrets is cool.
BTW I recently did an interview with Howard Jones! He is such a cat! It's a real joy interviewing these 80s acts who are now being recognised. Maybe I can post it online somewhere. He is quite familiar with current electronic music and had some interesting insights into the marketing of electronic music. Iva Davies of Icehouse is fascinating too. >>Avoid all Ure-era Ultravox like the plague :-) > > what about Herr X/Mr X Greg? Do you not like that one...? > thats from 'ure' era maybe....?
