Soft Cell - What The Live And Studio Adventures Of Soft Cell

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Review by Marcella Molenaar

What The Live And Studio Adventures Of Soft Cell: A Wild Ride Through Synth-Pop Chaos Let’s cut to the chase—Soft Cell’s What The Live And Studio Adventures Of Soft Cell isn’t just another relic from 1983. This album slaps you in the face with its raw energy, blending Electronic and Pop vibes with that unmistakable New Wave edge. It’s messy, unapologetic, and kinda genius if you’re into stuff that doesn’t try too hard to be perfect. First off, let’s talk about Dave Ball on synths and percussion—he’s basically holding down the fort here, creating these pulsating soundscapes that feel like they’re crawling under your skin. Then there’s Marc Almond—his vocals? Pure attitude. He doesn’t sing; he sneers. Together, this duo makes something that feels alive, even when it’s all wired up with machines. Now, onto the tracks. You can’t ignore “Tainted Love.” Yeah, yeah, everyone knows it—it’s their biggest hit—but hearing it live on this album gives it a whole new vibe. It’s dirtier, grittier, like they took the studio version and gave it a shot of adrenaline straight to the heart. The crowd noise leaking into the track adds an electric buzz, making you feel like you’re right there in the sweaty chaos of some dimly lit club where everything smells like cigarettes and cheap booze. That bassline? Still killer. Still unforgettable. Then there’s “Seedy Films,” which hits different. Like, WTF kind of title is that? But damn does it work. The song oozes sleaze, dripping with Marc’s haunting delivery and Dave’s eerie synth lines. It’s not happy-go-lucky pop—it’s dark, brooding, and kinda unsettling, but in the best way possible. It sticks with you because it feels dangerous, like peeking behind a curtain you probably shouldn’t. Other tracks like “Frustration” and “Ghostrider” keep things moving, but honestly, it’s those two songs that’ll stay lodged in your brain for days. Maybe weeks. They’re not polished gems—they’re jagged rocks, rough around the edges, and that’s exactly why they stand out. Released via Not On Label (Soft Cell), this thing has DIY stamped all over it. No big-budget gloss, no overproduced nonsense. Just a band doing what they do best—making music that feels real, even if it’s mostly made outta wires and circuits. So yeah, What The Live And Studio Adventures Of Soft Cell might not be everyone’s cup of tea. But if you’re into albums that kick you in the gut instead of gently patting your back, this one’s worth a spin. Makes me wonder though…if Soft Cell had dropped this today, would TikTok teens lose their minds over “Seedy Films”? Somehow, I think they’d eat it up.

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Artist: Soft Cell
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Where The Heart Is
Frustration
Ghostrider
Metro Mr. X
Martin
L.O.V.E. Feelings
Tainted Love
Seedy Films
Potential
The Art Of Falling Apart

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Not On Label (Soft Cell)

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Compilation
  • Unofficial Release

Credits

RoleCredit
SynthesizerDave Ball
PercussionDave Ball
VocalsMarc Almond

Notes

  • Small icon on the upper right corner of the back cover says "Some What Bizzare" to mock up the original label.
  • Run out groove has "m-1" on Side A and "m-2" on the "Live Adventures" Side.
  • Tracks A1-A4 from the 1980 John Peel Session,
  • A5-A8 taken from the Soft Cell - Mutant Moments E.P.
  • B1-B3 recorded live December 1982 for 'The Tube',
  • B4 recorded live in January 1983 and released as a Ghostrider - Live '83 before.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Runout area side A): m-1
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout area side B): m-2

About Soft Cell

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Soft Cell was an English synthesizer duo during the early 1980's (later re-formed) of Marc Almond (vocals) and David Ball (keyboards). Their lyrics often focused on love and romance as well as the darker side of life, with subjects such as the nightlife, kinky sex, transvestism, drugs and murder. They had a huge world-wide hit in 1981 with a cover version of "Tainted Love," a northern soul classic originally sung by (the wife of ), that they followed up with more charting singles and one of the first remix Albums "Non-Stop Ecstatic Dancing." Their self-penned non-album single "," missed the No.1 spot of the UK charts with a hairbreadth. "The Art Of Falling Apart'," produced with Mike Thorne and the then new CMI Fairlight at hand with endless efforts by Dave Ball aiming at perfection followed in 1982. It spawned two singles chosen against the will of the record companies; "Where The Heart Is," and "Numbers," the first on youthful frustration, the later about frequently changing sexual partners and neither sold too well. The commercial pressure finally collided with their artistic ambitions which led to solo and side projects and two farewell shows in January 1984 even before "This Last Night In Sodom," was released. They reunited in the early 2000's and toured with a 4th studio album "Cruelty Without Beauty," following in 2002. Once again they reunited for a final well documented "," live show in 2018 and the recording of a new single. Their new studio album "*Happiness Not Included," was released in spring of 2022.

Name Vars

  • Sofet Cell
  • Softcell
  • Solt Cell
  • The Soft Cell
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Members

  • Marc Almond
  • Dave Ball

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: Soft Cell's album *What The Live And Studio Adventures Of Soft Cell* is like a time capsule of the early '80s electronic scene. Released in 1983, it blends live performances with studio magic. Marc Almond’s raw vocals and Dave Ball’s synth wizardry bring tracks like "Tainted Love" and "Ghostrider" to life. What’s wild? This album wasn’t tied to any label—it was self-released under their own name. A mix of New Wave and Synth-pop vibes, it’s still a gem for fans of edgy, retro sounds.