Studio Albums
Cowboy (1997): The ninth studio album by Erasure was produced by Gareth Jones and Neil McLellan. It featured a more upbeat and pop-oriented sound than their previous album Erasure (1995). It spawned four singles: "In My Arms", "Don't Say Your Love Is Killing Me", "Rain" and "Oh L'amour". It reached number 10 on the UK Albums Chart and number 43 on the US Billboard 200.
Loveboat (2000): The tenth studio album by Erasure was produced by Flood and Erasure. It was a departure from their usual synth-pop style, incorporating elements of acoustic, electronic and experimental music. It received mixed reviews from critics and fans and was their lowest-charting album in the UK, peaking at number 45. It spawned two singles: "Freedom" and "Moon & The Sky".
Other People's Songs (2003): The eleventh studio album by Erasure was a collection of cover versions of songs by various artists, such as Peter Gabriel, The Righteous Brothers, Buddy Holly and Buggles. It was produced by Erasure and Gareth Jones. It received positive reviews from critics and fans and reached number 17 on the UK Albums Chart. It spawned two singles: "Solsbury Hill" and "Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me)".
Nightbird (2005): The twelfth studio album by Erasure was produced by Erasure and Steve Walsh. It marked a return to their classic synth-pop sound and featured some of their most personal and emotional songs. It was influenced by Bell's HIV diagnosis in 1998 and Clarke's divorce in 2004. It received critical acclaim and reached number 27 on the UK Albums Chart. It spawned three singles: "Breathe", "Don't Say You Love Me" and "Here I Go Impossible Again/All This Time Still Falling Out Of Love".
Union Street (2006): The thirteenth studio album by Erasure was a collection of acoustic versions of some of their previous songs, such as "Boy", "Home" and "Stay With Me". It was produced by Erasure and recorded at Union Street Studios in Brooklyn, New York. It received mixed reviews from critics and fans and reached number 102 on the UK Albums Chart. It spawned one single: "Boy".
Light at the End of the World (2007): The fourteenth studio album by Erasure was produced by Erasure and Gareth Jones. It featured a more upbeat and dance-oriented sound than their previous album Union Street (2006). It received positive reviews from critics and fans and reached number 29 on the UK Albums Chart. It spawned three singles: "I Could Fall In Love With You", "Sunday Girl" and "Storm In A Teacup".
The Violet Flame (2014): The fifteenth studio album by Erasure was produced by Erasure and Richard X. It featured a more electronic and modern sound than their previous album Snow Globe (2013). It received critical acclaim and reached number 20 on the UK Albums Chart. It spawned two singles: "Elevation" and "Reason".
Live Albums
Live at the Royal Albert Hall (2007): The fourth live album by Erasure was recorded at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 25 September 2007. It featured a full orchestra and choir, as well as guest appearances by Cyndi Lauper, Shingai Shoniwa and Andy Bell's mother. It was released as a CD/DVD package and reached number 137 on the UK Albums Chart.
Live at the Roundhouse (2009): The fifth live album by Erasure was recorded at the Roundhouse in London on 15 and 16 October 2008. It featured a stripped-down and intimate performance, as well as some rare and unreleased songs. It was released as a CD/DVD package and reached number 199 on the UK Albums Chart.
Compilation Albums
Pop! Remixed (2009): The sixth compilation album by Erasure was a collection of remixes of some of their previous singles, such as "A Little Respect", "Chains Of Love" and "Always". It featured remixes by various artists, such as Jeremy Wheatley, Manhattan Clique and Komputer. It was released as a digital download only.
Total Pop! The First 40 Hits (2009): The seventh compilation album by Erasure was a collection of all their singles from 1985 to 2009, as well as two new songs: "Always 2009" and "Storm Chaser". It was released as a CD/DVD package and reached number 21 on the UK Albums Chart.
Erasure.Club (2009): The eighth compilation album by Erasure was a collection of club mixes of some of their previous singles, such as "Oh L'amour", "Love To Hate You" and "Breathe". It featured mixes by various artists, such as Mark Picchiotti, Peter Rauhofer and Vince Clarke. It was released as a digital download only.
Box Sets
From Moscow to Mars - An Erasure Anthology (2016): The fifth box set by Erasure was a 13-disc collection that celebrated their 30th anniversary. It featured their singles, albums, remixes, rarities, live performances and videos, as well as a new track: "From Moscow To Mars". It also included a hardback book with photos, interviews and memorabilia.
The Complete Tomorrow's World (2017): The sixth box set by Erasure was a limited edition release that featured their eleventh studio album Tomorrow's World (2011) in its original and deluxe versions, as well as remixes, instrumentals, demos and videos. It also included a booklet with lyrics, photos and liner notes.
The Complete Violet Flame (2018): The seventh box set by Erasure was a limited edition release that featured their fifteenth studio album The Violet Flame (2014) in its original and deluxe versions, as well as remixes, instrumentals, demos and videos. It also included a booklet with lyrics, photos and liner notes.
The Complete World Be Gone (2019): The eighth box set by Erasure was a limited edition release that featured their sixteenth studio album World Be Gone (2017) in its original and deluxe versions, as well as remixes, instrumentals, demos and videos. It also included a booklet with lyrics, photos and liner notes.
Extended Plays
Moon & The Sky Plus (2001): The ninth extended play by Erasure was an enhanced CD that featured four tracks: "Moon & The Sky", "Moon & The Sky (The Millionaires Radio Edit)", "Baby Love" and "Freedom (Mark Pichiotti Strumapella Mix)". It also included the video for "Freedom".
Solsbury Hill Plus (2003): The tenth extended play by The article continues as follows: Solsbury Hill Plus (2003): The tenth extended play by Erasure was an enhanced CD that featured four tracks: "Solsbury Hill", "Searching", "Piano Song" and "Solsbury Hill (Manhattan Clique Remix)". It also included the video for "Solsbury Hill". Here I Go Impossible Again/All This Time Still Falling Out Of Love Plus (2005): The eleventh extended play by Erasure was an enhanced CD that featured four tracks: "Here I Go Impossible Again", "All This Time Still Falling Out Of Love", "Let's Take One More Rocket To The Moon" and "Here I Go Impossible Again (Meloboy Remix)". It also included the video for "Here I Go Impossible Again". Boy Plus (2006): The twelfth extended play by Erasure was an enhanced CD that featured four tracks: "Boy", "I Could Fall In Love With You (Jeremy Wheatley Radio Mix)", "I Like It" and "Boy (Acoustic Version)". It also included the video for "Boy". Storm Chaser Plus (2007): The thirteenth extended play by Erasure was a CD/DVD package that featured eight tracks: "Storm In A Teacup", "Sucker For Love", "When A Lover Leaves You", "Golden Heart", "Glass Angel (The Perfect Stranger Remix)", "Storm In A Teacup (Koishii & Hush Remix)", "Early Bird" and "Storm In A Teacup (Extended Mix)". It also included a DVD with the videos for "I Could Fall In Love With You", "Sunday Girl" and "Storm In A Teacup". Phantom Bride Plus (2009): The fourteenth extended play by Erasure was a CD/DVD package that featured eight tracks: "Phantom Bride", "When I Start To (Break It All Down) (Frankmusik Remix)", "A Whole Lotta Love Run Riot (Wayne G & Andy Allder Atlantis Anthem)", "Tomorrow's World (Ultrabeat Remix)", "Fill Us With Fire (JRMX Club Mix)", "What Will I Say When You're Gone? (Love To Infinity Mix)", "You've Got To Save Me Right Now (7th Heaven Remix)" and "Be With You (Moto Blanco Club Mix)". It also included a DVD with the videos for "When I Start To (Break It All Down)", "Be With You" and "Fill Us With Fire". The article continues as follows: Singles
In My Arms (1997): The first single from the album Cowboy was a catchy and upbeat synth-pop song that expressed the joy of being in love. It reached number 13 on the UK Singles Chart and number 6 on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart. It also had a popular music video that featured Erasure performing in various locations around the world, such as New York, Tokyo and London.
Don't Say Your Love Is Killing Me (1997): The second single from the album Cowboy was a dramatic and emotional synth-pop ballad that dealt with the pain of a broken relationship. It reached number 23 on the UK Singles Chart and number 3 on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart. It also had a dark and cinematic music video that featured Erasure in a futuristic setting, surrounded by robots and holograms.
Rain (1997): The third single from the album Cowboy was a melancholic and atmospheric synth-pop song that described the feeling of loneliness and longing. It reached number 18 on the UK Singles Chart and number 2 on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart. It also had a simple and elegant music video that featured Erasure in a white room, with rain falling from the ceiling.
Oh L'amour (1997): The fourth single from the album Cowboy was a re-release of their debut single from 1986, which was a cheerful and catchy synth-pop song that celebrated the thrill of love. It reached number 13 on the UK Singles Chart and number 1 on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart. It also had a colorful and playful music video that featured Erasure in various costumes and scenarios, such as cowboys, astronauts and pirates.
Freedom (2000): The first single from the album Loveboat was a lively and optimistic synth-pop song that encouraged the listener to follow their dreams and be themselves. It reached number 27 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a whimsical and animated music video that featured Erasure as cartoon characters, travelling through different worlds and meeting various creatures.
Moon & The Sky (2001): The second single from the album Loveboat was a romantic and dreamy synth-pop song that compared love to the moon and the sky. It reached number 44 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a surreal and artistic music video that featured Erasure in a white space, with various objects floating around them.
Solsbury Hill (2003): The first single from the album Other People's Songs was a cover version of Peter Gabriel's 1977 song, which was a folk-rock song that described his departure from Genesis and his spiritual awakening. It reached number 10 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a humorous and retro music video that featured Erasure as hippies, performing in a field with dancers, animals and props.
Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me) (2003): The second single from the album Other People's Songs was a cover version of Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel's 1975 song, which was a glam-rock song that expressed his frustration with his record company and his desire for fame. It reached number 14 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a fun and campy music video that featured Erasure as rock stars, performing in front of an adoring crowd.
Breathe (2005): The first single from the album Nightbird was an uplifting and melodic synth-pop song that conveyed a message of hope and resilience. It reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart, becoming their highest-charting single since 1994. It also had a beautiful and touching music video that featured Erasure as angels, watching over a young couple who face various challenges in their life.
Don't Say You Love Me (2005): The second single from the album Nightbird was an energetic and catchy synth-pop song that questioned the sincerity of a lover's words. It reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had an innovative and interactive music video that allowed the viewer to choose different scenarios for Erasure and their love interests.
Here I Go Impossible Again/All This Time Still Falling Out Of Love (2005): The third single from the album Nightbird was a double A-side release that featured two synth-pop songs. The first one was a tender and heartfelt song that expressed the vulnerability and uncertainty of love. The second one was a bitter and sarcastic song that criticized the superficiality and dishonesty of love. They reached number 25 on the UK Singles Chart. They also had two contrasting music videos. The first one featured Erasure in a romantic and nostalgic setting, with old photos and memories. The second one featured Erasure in a futuristic and dystopian setting, with robots and clones.
Boy (2006): The first single from the album Union Street was an acoustic version of their 1997 song, which was a synth-pop song that described the attraction and confusion of a young man. It reached number 102 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a simple and intimate music video that featured Erasure performing in a studio.
I Could Fall In Love With You (2007): The first single from the album Light at the End of the World was a vibrant and joyful synth-pop song that celebrated the possibility and excitement of love. It reached number 21 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a charming and romantic music video that featured Erasure as matchmakers, helping various couples find love.
Sunday Girl (2007): The second single from the album Light at the End of the World was a smooth and elegant synth-pop song that praised the beauty and grace of a woman. It reached number 33 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a stylish and glamorous music video that featured Erasure as fashion designers, creating outfits for a model.
Storm In A Teacup (2007): The third single from the album Light at the End of the World was a powerful and emotional synth-pop ballad that addressed the issue of domestic violence. It reached number 44 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a dramatic and moving music video that featured Erasure as witnesses, trying to help a woman who is abused by her partner.
Phantom Bride (2009): The first single from the album The Violet Flame was a haunting and mysterious synth-pop song that told the story of a ghostly bride who waits for her lover. It reached number 68 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had a spooky and atmospheric music video that featured Erasure as guests at a wedding, where strange things happen.
Elevation (2014): The second single from the album The Violet Flame was an upbeat and infectious synth-pop song that encouraged the listener to rise above their troubles and enjoy life. It reached number 37 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had an adventurous and fun music video that featured Erasure as explorers, travelling through different landscapes and encountering various obstacles.
Reason (2014): The third single from the album The Violet Flame was an inspiring and anthemic synth-pop song that urged the listener to find their purpose and passion in life. It reached number 45 on the UK Singles Chart. It also had an empowering and motivational music video that featured Erasure as mentors, helping people overcome their fears and achieve their goals.
Video Albums
The Tank, The Swan And The Balloon Live! (1997): The seventh video album by Erasure was a live concert film that captured their performance at Manchester Apollo on 6 June 1992, during their Phantasmagorical Entertainment Tour. It featured songs from their albums Wonderland, The Circus, The Innocents, Wild!, Chorus and Abba-Esque. It also featured elaborate costumes, props and effects, such as a tank, a swan and a balloon. It was released on VHS and DVD.
Sanctuary - The EIS Christmas Concert 2002 (2003): The eighth video album by Erasure was a live concert film that captured their performance at Shepherd's Bush Empire in London on 14 December 2002, during their Other People's Songs Tour. It featured songs from their albums Wonderland, The Circus, The Innocents, Wild!, Chorus, I Say I Say I Say, Cowboy, Loveboat and Other People's Songs. It also featured festive decorations, guest appearances by Andy Bell's mother and sister, and a surprise visit by Santa Claus. It was released on DVD.
The Erasure Show - Live In Cologne (2005): The ninth video album by Erasure was a live concert film that captured their performance at E-Werk in Cologne The article continues as follows: The Erasure Show - Live In Cologne (2005): The ninth video album by Erasure was a live concert film that captured their performance at E-Werk in Cologne on 28 March 2005, during their Nightbird Tour. It featured songs from their albums Wonderland, The Circus, The Innocents, Wild!, Chorus, I Say I Say I Say, Cowboy, Loveboat, Other People's Songs and Nightbird. It also featured a special guest appearance by Cyndi Lauper, who joined Erasure on stage for a duet of "True Colors". It was released on DVD. On the Road to Nashville (2007): The tenth video album by Erasure was a live concert film that captured their performance at Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on 2 February 2007, during their Acoustic Tour. It featured acoustic versions of songs from their albums Wonderland, The Circus, The Innocents, Wild!, Chorus, I Say I Say I Say, Cowboy, Loveboat and Nightbird. It also featured a documentary that followed Erasure's journey across America and their preparations for the show. It was released on DVD. Live at the Royal Albert Hall (2008): The eleventh video album by Erasure was a live concert film that captured their performance at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 25 September 2007, during their Light at the End of the World Tour. It featured songs from their albums Wonderland, The Circus, The Innocents, Wild!, Chorus, I Say I Say I Say, Cowboy, Loveboat, Other People's Songs and Light at the End of the World. It also featured a full orchestra and choir, as well as guest appearances by Cyndi Lauper, Shingai Shoniwa and Andy Bell's mother. It was released on DVD. Tomorrow's World Tour (Live at the Roundhouse) (2011): The twelfth video album by Erasure was a live concert film that captured their performance at the Roundhouse in London on 15 and 16 October 2011, during their Tomorrow's World Tour. It featured songs from their albums Wonderland, The Circus, The Innocents, Wild!, Chorus, I Say I Say I Say, Cowboy, Loveboat, Other People's Songs, Nightbird and Tomorrow's World. It also featured a stripped-down and intimate performance, as well as some rare and unreleased songs. It was released on DVD