The Stranglers - Dreamtime 1986 UK cassette VG+

THE STRANGLERS - DREAMTIME

A lush, atmospheric descent into tribal rhythms and sprawling sonic textures, Dreamtime marks the point where The Stranglers fully embraced a wide-screen, cinematic ambition. Inspired by Aboriginal spirituality and the vastness of the Australian outback, this 1986 opus trades the claustrophobic grit of their early work for a shimmering, brass-heavy production and expansive melodies. The album is anchored by the hit single "Always the Sun," a shimmering piece of introspective pop perfection, alongside the driving, rhythmic pulse of "Nice in Nice" and the hauntingly evocative title track. With Dave Greenfield’s intricate synth layers and JJ Burnel’s distinct, driving bass lines weaving through sophisticated horn arrangements, Dreamtime is a masterclass in mid-80s art-rock. It is a record of profound maturity and beauty, proving that the Meninblack could find light and space without losing their signature edge.

1986 UK import/release on cassette by Epic, catalog #40 26648, barcode #5099702664844.

See pictures for condition; guaranteed to play VG+ or better.