Released 40 years ago
Animal Magic
The Blow Monkeys · 1986
44 min · 11 tracks · new wave
A vibrant fusion of new wave and rock, layered with sharp social commentary and catchy melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- layered, dense sonic textures
- dynamic emotional journeys
- engaging storytelling throughout
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 7, 1986, 'Animal Magic' was The Blow Monkeys' second studio album, following their debut 'Limping for a Generation'. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to carve out a distinctive sound that combined pop sensibilities with incisive lyrics, establishing themselves within the UK music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Roxy Music· A Flock of Seagulls
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Digging Your Scene 4:15
- 2 Animal Magic 3:06
- 3 Wicked Ways 4:14
- 4 Sweet Murder 6:31
- 5 Aeroplane City Lovesong 4:53
- 6 I Nearly Died Laughing 3:39
- 7 Don’t Be Scared of Me 3:30
- 8 Burn the Rich 4:17
- 9 I Backed a Winner (in You) 2:39
- 10 Forbidden Fruit 4:00
- 11 Heaven Is a Place I’m Moving To 3:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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