On This Day: April 1 1986 Book of Love by Book of Love Was Released

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Apr 1, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: April 1 1986 Book of Love by Book of Love Was Released.

On this day April 1 1986 synthpop band Book of Love released their self titled debut album. With a sound rooted in electronic beats shimmering melodies and dreamy vocals the album quickly became a favorite in dance clubs across the country.

Book of Love featured standout tracks like Boy I Touch Roses and Modigliani which helped establish the band as part of the American new wave movement. While the album didn’t climb high on the charts it gained a strong following through college radio and...

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