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Actually is a 1987 studio album by the Pet Shop Boys. It’s notable for its intelligent songwriting and significant contribution to the synth-pop genre. The record includes the iconic track ‘It’s a Sin,’ which resonated with audiences seeking danceable, new wave music. It remains popular among fans of classic pop and those drawn to 80s nostalgia.
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What are the biggest hit singles from Pet Shop Boys' Actually album?
The album's most iconic single is 'It's a Sin,' which reached number one on the UK Singles Chart in 1987. Other notable singles include 'Rent' and 'Heart,' both of which also charted successfully in the UK and helped cement the duo's place in synth-pop history.
How does Actually compare to Pet Shop Boys' debut album Please?
While Please (1986) introduced the duo with hits like 'West End Girls,' Actually is widely considered a more polished and confident follow-up with richer production and more ambitious arrangements. Many critics and fans view Actually as the album where Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe fully realized their signature blend of irony, melancholy, and dance-pop.
Is Actually by Pet Shop Boys available on vinyl?
Yes, Actually has been reissued on vinyl multiple times, including standard black pressings and special edition versions. Original 1987 UK pressings on EMI/Parlophone are also widely available on the secondhand market for collectors.
Was 'Always on My Mind' included on the Actually album?
'Always on My Mind' was released as a standalone non-album single in late 1987 and was not part of the original Actually tracklist in the UK. However, it appeared on some international editions and later compilation albums, leading to occasional confusion about its association with the Actually era.
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