On this day in music history: October 17, 1989 - The Sensual World, the sixth album by Kate Bush is released (UK release date is on October 16, 1989). Produced by Kate Bush, it is recorded at Windmill Lane Studios in Dublin, Ireland, Abbey Road Studios, and The Angel Studios in London from Late 1986 - Mid 1989. Nearly three years in the making, it is the official follow up to the successful and acclaimed Hounds Of Love. Many of the albums songs reflect on relationships, particularly on unrequited and unexpressed love. The title track will be inspired by James Joyces novel Ulysses. It will spin off three singles including This Womans Work (featured in the film and soundtrack to Shes Having A Baby prior to the albumss release) and Love And Anger. This Womans Work will also be covered by R&B singer Maxwell twice. First on his live MTV Unplugged album in 1997, and then another version is recorded for his third studio album Now in 2001. Sensual will also receive a Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Music Album in 1990. The Sensual World will peak at number two on the UK album chart, number forty three on the Billboard Top 200, and is certified Gold in the US by the RIAA.
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