An incredible, ambitious multi-genre double album from Anthony Smith's Retrosonik (producers Anthony Smith and Carlos Cuevas), featuring world-class jazz instrumentalists and soul jazz vocalists from both coasts! Featuring classic 80s pop songs by iconic artists (U2, INXS, The Police, Genesis, Prince, etc.), performed as you've never heard them before.

A masterpiece of creativity, with lush reharmonization, innovative rhythms, infectious vocals and virtuosic improvisation, "Songs From a Lighter Planet" breaks the mold... there simply has never been an album quite like this! Featuring a collective of world class musicians and vocalists from both New York City and Southern California, this landmark recording is finally available, after over two years of meticulous editing and production.

An essential collector's item for lovers of 80s music, as well as modern mainstream jazz, soul jazz and jazz/pop enthusiasts.

Tracklist:

CD1:

01. Rio
02. In a Big Country
03. Where the Streets Have No Name Sunday, Bloody Sunday
04. Original Sin
05. Don't You Forget About Me
06. True
07. Everything She Wants
08. Melt with You
09. Take on Me
10. Too Shy
11. Bette Davis Eyes

CD2:

01. Level 42 Medley Lessons in Lovemanchildren Saysomething About You
02. Wrapped Around Your Finger
03. Dance Hall Days
04. Open Your Eyes
05. Perfect Way
06. Throwing It All Away
07. When Doves Cry
08. Space Age Love Song
09. Enjoy the Silence