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B-Side Babies

Adam Ant · 1994

57 min · 16 tracks · new wave · punk · alternative hip-hop

An eclectic mix of punk energy and new wave flair, brimming with clever lyrics and vibrant rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • clever lyrics for sing-alongs
  • vibrant rhythms for dancing
  • playful irreverence throughout tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, reflective pieces
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'B-Side Babies' was released in 1994, Adam Ant was navigating a challenging phase in his career after a hiatus following his peak popularity in the early '80s. This album came five years after his last studio release, 'Wonderful', which had marked a significant commercial decline for him. 'B-Side Babies' reflects an attempt to reconnect with his musical roots while experimenting with new sounds.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Numan· The B-52's· Devo

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fall‐In 2:10
  • 2 Making History 2:58
  • 3 Beat My Guest 3:12
  • 4 Friends (version 2) 3:33
  • 5 Red Scab 4:09
  • 6 Juanito the Bandito 4:28
  • 7 Why Do Girls Love Horses 2:36
  • 8 Yours, Yours, Yours 3:08
  • 9 Kiss the Drummer 3:36
  • 10 B‐Side Baby 4:42
  • 11 Greta‐X 3:19
  • 12 Human Bondage Den 3:09
  • 13 Physical (You’re So) 4:28
  • 14 It Doesn’t Matter 2:15
  • 15 Christian d’Or 4:16
  • 16 Viva le Rock (instrumental dub mix) 5:10

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