: Boris Blank (Composition/Arrangement) and Dieter Meier (Vocals/Lyrics). : Synth-pop / Electronic. : Originally released via Where to Listen
Abrasax , a prolific scene release group known for distributing high-quality audio rips across digital platforms. Song Context & Impact
Searching for is not an act of piracy for most collectors—it is an act of preservation. You are seeking a specific moment in digital history: when the track’s loping bassline, vocal chants, and tire-screech sound effects were encoded with obsessive precision. Yello - The Race - Single - Single - 320 - Abrasax
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Originally released on April 11, 1988, as the lead single from their album Flag , "The Race" remains one of Yello's most enduring and recognizable compositions. Composed and arranged by with lyrics and vocals by Dieter Meier , the track is a masterclass in cinematic synth-pop, featuring the duo's signature blend of motoric rhythms, avant-garde sampling, and deep, baritone vocals.
A sprawling, experimental journey that pushes the limits of 12" vinyl. And thanks to a defunct release group named
A B-side often included on 7" and CD singles, running approx. 3:42.