Passing Strangers


"Passing Strangers" is Ultravox's second single from the band's first album with Midge Ure, released on Chrysalis Records on 15 October 1980.
A fast-paced guitar track recalling early John Foxx-era Ultravox, Passing Strangers ultimately failed to live up to the top 30 success of its predecessor Sleepwalk. It stalled at #57 in the UK charts despite having a music video and release on 12" format alongside the regular 7", both of which Sleepwalk lacked.
The single contains two live b-sides; "Face To Face", an original Ultravox track that was never recorded in studio, and a live cover of the Brian Eno song "King's Lead Hat".

Track listing

7" version

  1. "Passing Strangers" – 3:48
  2. "Face to Face " – 6:04

    12" version

  3. "Passing Strangers" – 3:48
  4. "Face to Face " – 6:04
  5. "King's Lead Hat " – 4:06