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.
Why this album works
'Animal Magic' features the hit single 'Digging Your Scene', which reached number 5 on the UK Singles Chart. The album's blend of socio-political themes with infectious hooks resonated with audiences, contributing to the burgeoning new wave movement in the mid-1980s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels layered, dense sonic textures dynamic emotional journeys
- 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 Standout 4:15
- 2 Animal Magic Standout 3:06
- 3 Wicked Ways 4:14
- 4 Sweet Murder Standout 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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