Aha Scoundrel Days Remastered And Expanded Upd May 2026

: A unique "cut-and-paste" project co-written by Furuholmen (the quiet parts) and Waaktaar (the rock parts).

The edition, released in 2010 by Rhino Records , serves as a definitive tribute to a-ha's "difficult second album". Originally released on October 6, 1986, Scoundrel Days was the follow-up to their massive debut, Hunting High and Low , and saw the Norwegian trio—Morten Harket, Pål Waaktaar-Savoy, and Magne Furuholmen—pivot from "bubblegummy" synth-pop toward a darker, more atmospheric, and guitar-driven sound. The Core Album: A Darker Evolution aha scoundrel days remastered and expanded upd

The original 10-track album, digitally remastered for improved clarity and "vibrancy," plus three extended remixes: "I've Been Losing You" (Extended Version), "Cry Wolf" (Extended Version), and "Manhattan Skyline" (Extended Remix). : A unique "cut-and-paste" project co-written by Furuholmen

: The title track is often cited by critics for its "tense edge" and Morten Harket’s soaring vocals. Remastered & Expanded Content The Core Album: A Darker Evolution The original

While their debut "shot for the stars" with hits like "Take On Me," Scoundrel Days remained more grounded, leaning into a "chilled gothic flavor" reminiscent of bands like The Cure. The original 10-track album is anchored by high-energy singles and moody deep cuts: