Soft Cell
The Art Of Falling Apart
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

983 Original With Bonus 45rpm 4 Track 12' And Custom Inner Sleeve. "The Art of Falling Apart," the sophomore album by Soft Cell, is a testament to the duo's ability to meld the dark undercurrents of synthpop with raw emotional vulnerability. Released in 1983, this record serves as a sonic exploration of deteriorating relationships and existential angst, encapsulated in Marc Almond's brooding vocal delivery and David Ball's intricate synth arrangements. The album delves deeper into the darker themes hinted at in their debut, "Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret," with tracks like "Where the Heart Is" and "Loving You, Hating Me" reflecting a more mature, albeit bleak, perspective on love and life. The duo's ability to blend catchy melodies with unsettling lyrics is particularly evident in the title track, which captures the chaotic beauty of self-destruction.