The Blue Van - Recording Club of 1996 (2026) [Hi-Res]

Recording Club of 1996 is the eighth studio album by the Danish rock band The Blue Van, marking the 30th anniversary of the group, which has maintained its original line-up since its formation in 1996. The material was recorded at the legendary Farvemøllen studio in Copenhagen, produced by Mads Mølgaard Helbæk, shortly before the studio's permanent closure.

Conceptually, the album draws inspiration from Nina Simone's philosophy that music must reflect its time. The lyrics cover a wide range of social and personal themes: from the struggle against toxic masculinity (the song "Some Boys") to an anthem supporting diversity and self-expression ("Beautiful Human"). Tracks like "Real Gone" and "Missed Calls" offer intimate reflections on loss and the necessity of moving forward. The album's sound is described as a blend of honest, grounded artistry and the modern pulse of life.

Tracklist:
1. The Blue Van - Some Boys
2. The Blue Van - Real Gone
3. The Blue Van - Easy Love
4. The Blue Van - Survivor
5. The Blue Van - Hold Me
6. The Blue Van - Dial up my Supplier
7. The Blue Van - On the Wire
8. The Blue Van - Out Of My Head
9. The Blue Van - Missed Calls
10. The Blue Van - KYLO
11. The Blue Van - Beautiful Human
12. The Blue Van - World on Fire