Add to Favourites

Released in 2015, Add to Favourites represents a significant stylistic evolution for Cutting Crew, arriving nearly a decade after their previous effort, Grinning Souls. While the band is eternally linked to the synth-driven dramatic rock of the 80s, this album finds founder Nick Van Eede pivoting toward a more organic, Americana-adjacent sound. Recorded with a new lineup of musicians, the album emphasizes piano, acoustic guitars, and a soulful vocal delivery that draws more from the singer-songwriter tradition than new wave. Critical reception noted the album's maturity and Van Eede's improved vocal depth. Tracks like 'Berlin in Winter' and 'Kept On Lovin’ You' showcase a willingness to explore longer song structures and more complex emotional terrain. It stands as a testament to the band's longevity, successfully rebranding their sound for a modern, adult contemporary audience without losing the melodic sensibility that defined their early career.