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35th anniversary reissue of the second album by The Communards, the unit of Bronski Beat's Jimmy Somerville and Richard Coles. Many of the classic songs, including the hit single "Never Can Say Goodbye," have been remastered and brought back to life! Remixes by Shep Pettibone and C+C Music Factory, the latest 2022 remix by Two Bears, and additional singles, demos and live recordings not included on the album. The Communards are the unit of Jimmy Somerville and Richard Coles, who made their name as Bronski Beat singers. Their masterpiece second album "Red" (originally released in 1987) has been remastered and reissued for its 35th anniversary. The killer cover of the Jackson 5's "Never Can Say Goodbye" was a top 5 hit on the UK charts and a highlight of the group's career. The dramatic ballad "For A Friend" is dedicated to social activist Mark Ashton, who passed away the same year (and was portrayed in the film "Welcome To The Parade").This 2-CD version includes many additional bonus tracks, including B-side songs not included on the album, demos, live recordings, and remixes (by Shep Pettibone, C+C Music Factory, and others). There is also the latest 2022 remix by Hot Chip's Joe Goddard & Raf Landel's Joint=Two Bears, newly created for this project.