
3 October 1988 · 39 YEARS
Flying Colours
Chris de Burgh
This release arrived when the artist was reaching his largest audience across Europe. It highlights a blend of storytelling and soaring melodies that became his trademark sound during this period.
The record features polished eighties studio craft, giving the soft rock tracks an expansive, professional feel. It captures a moment where mid-tempo, melodic songwriting held a dominant position on the airwaves, favoring lush arrangements and smooth production.