One of the best records of the early 1980s "new wave". Catchy songs coupled to a beautifully down vibe - an ideal soundtrack for alienated teenagers. Tears For Fears went on to a much bigger pop success with their follow-up album, but this is the record where they did something interesting and heartfelt. Album single "Mad World" was made famous by an acoustic cover on the "Donnie Darko" sound
Anu Kirk is interested in media and technology. A musician since grade school, his early years were shaped by the Apple ][ computer, synthesizers, and rock music. He attended Dartmouth College, studying music under Jon Appleton and Christian Wolff. Naturally, he graduated with a degree in economics. Nearly a decade in Los Angeles came next: performing in bands, dabbling in film and TV scoring,