Classic Albums: Tears for Fears - Songs from the Big Chair

Classic Albums - Tears for Fears: Songs from the Big Chair

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Classic Albums: Tears for Fears: Songs from the Big Chair

Tears for Fears: Songs from the Big Chair

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Documentary that explores the creation of the second album by Tears for Fears.

Documentary that explores Songs from the Big Chair, the second album by Tears for Fears, which saw the band's music transform from synth-pop into arena-ready anthems.

Documentary that explores the creation of the second album by Tears for Fears. Songs from the Big Chair took the gothic synth-pop foundations of the band and combined them with arena-ready anthems, leading to critical acclaim and three international hit singles, Mothers Talk, Shout and Everybody Wants to Rule the World. 

This documentary, made with the full cooperation of the band, explores how the album was recorded and how the band left their indelible imprint on new wave music.

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