Nude (Dead or Alive album)

Nude, released in 1988, is the fourth studio album by the British pop group Dead or Alive. It is notable for being a concept album based around the story of "The Frog Prince." The album saw the band move away from their previous pop-oriented sound towards a more Hi-NRG and Italo disco influenced style.

The album was released in two main versions: the European version (subtitled "Euro-Nude") and the Japanese version (subtitled "Neo-Nude"). The tracklistings differed significantly between the two versions, with the Japanese version including several extended mixes and remixes.

Commercially, Nude was most successful in Japan, where it reached number one on the Oricon Albums Chart. It also performed well in some European countries, though its impact was less pronounced than their previous albums.

Several singles were released from the album, including "Turn Around and Count 2 Ten," which became a significant hit in Japan. Other singles included "Come Home (With Me Baby)" and "I'll Save You All My Kisses."

Nude is considered by some to be a turning point in Dead or Alive's career, marking a shift in their musical direction and signalling a change in their overall aesthetic. The album's Hi-NRG sound and Japanese success cemented their popularity in the region and influenced their subsequent releases. The album's artwork, featuring Pete Burns, is also a notable element of the release.