Bryan Ferry Releases First Original Song in Over a Decade
Legendary singer-songwriter Bryan Ferry has released his first original song in over a decade, titled "Star," featuring Amelia Barratt. The song is part of his upcoming five-CD retrospective box set, "Retrospective: Selected Recordings 1973-2023," set to be released on October 25.
The Song and its Background
"Star" began as a sketch by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross of Nine Inch Nails, which Ferry and Barratt developed into an anxious, darkly gleaming slab of pounding post-techno. The song features Ferry’s signature smooth vocals and Barratt’s haunting harmonies, blurring the lines between art, music, and poetry.
The Retrospective Box Set
The "Retrospective" box set is a comprehensive collection of Ferry’s entire solo career, spanning 16 solo albums over a 50-year time frame. The five discs are divided into "The Best of Bryan Ferry," "Compositions," "Interpretations," "The Bryan Ferry Orchestra," and "Rare and Unreleased."
Track Listing
Here is the track listing for the "Retrospective" box set:
Disc One: The Best Of Bryan Ferry
- A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall
- These Foolish Things
- The ‘In’ Crowd
- Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
- Casanova
- Let’s Stick Together
- Sign of the Times
- Slave To Love
- Don’t Stop The Dance
- Windswept
- Kiss and Tell
- As Time Goes By
- Your Painted Smile
- I Put A Spell On You
- Which Way To Turn
- Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door
- Make You Feel My Love
- You Can Dance
- Love Letters
- Johnny and Mary
Disc Two: Compositions
- Can’t Let Go
- Tokyo Joe
- This Island Earth
- Love Me Madly Again
- Limbo
- When She Walks In The Room
- Boys and Girls
- Zamba
- Chain Reaction
- Bête Noire
- I Thought
- The Only Face
- Valentine
- Loop De Li
- Reason or Rhyme
Disc Three: Interpretations
- The Price of Love
- Shame Shame Shame
- Hold On (I’m Coming)
- Just One Look
- Girl of My Best Friend
- What Goes On
- That’s How Strong My Love Is
- You Go To My Head
- Where or When
- The Way You Look Tonight
- One Night
- Simple Twist of Fate
- Positively 4th Street
- Song to the Siren
- Fooled Around and Fell In Love
Disc Four: The Bryan Ferry Orchestra
- Virginia Plain
- Do The Strand
- While My Heart Is Still Beating
- This Island Earth
- Bitter-Sweet
- Dance Away
- Zamba
- Reason or Rhyme
- Avalon
- Back To Black
- Limbo
- Young and Beautiful
- Love Is The Drug
- Sign of the Times
- Chance Meeting
Disc Five: Rare and Unreleased
- Feel The Need
- Mother of Pearl (Horoscope Version)
- Don’t Be Cruel
- I Don’t Want To Go On Without You
- I Forgot More Than You’ll Ever Know
- Crazy Love
- Whatever Gets You Through The Night
- Bob Dylan’s Dream
- He’ll Have To Go
- A Fool For Love
- Lowlands Low
- Is Your Love Strong Enough
- Sonnet 18
- She Belongs To Me
- Oh Lonesome Me
- Star (with Amelia Barratt)
Conclusion
Bryan Ferry’s "Retrospective" box set is a must-have for fans of the legendary singer-songwriter. With its comprehensive collection of his solo work, it’s a perfect opportunity to revisit his iconic hits and discover new gems. "Star," his first original song in over a decade, is a testament to Ferry’s continued creativity and innovation.
FAQs
Q: What is the "Retrospective" box set?
A: The "Retrospective" box set is a five-CD collection of Bryan Ferry’s entire solo career, spanning 16 solo albums over a 50-year time frame.
Q: What is the track listing for the box set?
A: The track listing can be found above, divided into five discs: "The Best of Bryan Ferry," "Compositions," "Interpretations," "The Bryan Ferry Orchestra," and "Rare and Unreleased."
Q: Is "Star" a new song?
A: Yes, "Star" is Bryan Ferry’s first original song in over a decade, featuring Amelia Barratt.
Q: When is the "Retrospective" box set set to be released?
A: The "Retrospective" box set is set to be released on October 25.
Q: Is Bryan Ferry’s "Retrospective" box set available for pre-order?
A: Yes, the "Retrospective" box set is available for pre-order now.
