Armed Forces
Elvis Costello & the Attractions · 1979
63 min · 21 tracks · new wave
A vibrant fusion of punk energy and pop sensibility, layered with sharp lyrics and infectious melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oliver’s Army — This track encapsulates the album's blend of catchy melodies and biting social commentary, addressing themes of war and disillusionment in a pop format.
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Accidents Will Happen — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its introspective lyrics and an upbeat sound that cleverly contrasts the themes of unpredictability in life.
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(What’s So Funny ’Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding? — Originally written by Nick Lowe, Costello's rendition brings a fresh urgency to the song's critique of societal apathy, making it a standout anthem of the era.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Accidents Will Happen 3:00
- 2 Senior Service 2:18
- 3 Oliver’s Army 3:00
- 4 Big Boys 2:56
- 5 Green Shirt 2:43
- 6 Party Girl 3:23
- 7 Goon Squad 3:16
- 8 Busy Bodies 3:34
- 9 Sunday’s Best 3:23
- 10 Moods for Moderns 2:48
- 11 Chemistry Class 2:57
- 12 Two Little Hitlers 3:15
- 13 (What’s So Funny ’Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding? 3:46
- 14 My Funny Valentine 1:29
- 15 Tiny Steps 2:42
- 16 Clean Money 1:59
- 17 Talking in the Dark 1:56
- 18 Wednesday Week 2:17
- 19 Accidents Will Happen (live) 3:22
- 20 Alison (live) 3:07
- 21 Watching the Detectives (live) 6:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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