034: Noël (with Sparks) - Is There More to Life Than Dancing (1979)-Is There More to Life Than Dancing

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into Noël’s Is There More to Life Than Dancing?—the obscure Sparks-produced side project from 1979—by tackling its title track.

Clocking in at over 8 minutes, this disco-synth marathon feels tailor-made for the dance floor, with hypnotic grooves, catchy refrains, and a seamless flow from the album’s opener. But does it work as a standalone song? The panel debates its effectiveness: is this a bold, ironic take on disco, or simply a track stretched far beyond its limits?

We explore the track’s lyrics, its repetitive structure, and why this extended mix was never released as a single—despite sounding like one. A challenging listen at home, perhaps, but does it make sense in the context of late-night club culture?

Join us as we pick apart the song, its intent, and its place in this fascinating Sparks offshoot.