Bucks Fizz
Bucks Fizz · 1981
77 min · 20 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of catchy pop hooks and polished production that defined early '80s chart sensibilities.
Why this album works
The album produced the hit single 'Making Your Mind Up', which reached number one on the UK Singles Chart and became emblematic of the band's upbeat sound. Additionally, its commercial success helped solidify Bucks Fizz's place in pop history during the early '80s, contributing to the rise of Eurovision-associated acts in mainstream music.
- Best for
- steady pacing for casual listening catchy choruses for sing-alongs bright vibes for group gatherings
- Context
- This self-titled debut album was released on July 26, 1981, shortly after Bucks Fizz won the Eurovision Song Contest with 'Making Your Mind Up'. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from contestants to mainstream pop stars, aiming to capitalize on their newfound fame. The album marked the start of a successful run in the UK charts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· RedOne· will.i.am
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Piece of the Action Standout 3:38
- 2 Midnight Reservation Standout 3:44
- 3 It’s Got to Be Love 3:10
- 4 Took It to the Limit 3:46
- 5 One of Those Nights 4:27
- 6 Making Your Mind Up Standout 2:39
- 7 Lady of the Night 3:39
- 8 Getting Kinda Lonely 5:25
- 9 Shine On 3:45
- 10 The Right Situation 3:27
- 11 Don’t Stop 4:08
- 12 Always Thinking of You 3:51
- 13 Noches sin ti (One of Those Nights - Spanish version) 4:15
- 14 Vía libre (One Way Love - Spanish version) 4:15
- 15 Eso fue ayer (Now Those Days Are Gone - Spanish version) 3:33
- 16 Otra noche (Another Night - Spanish version) 3:40
- 17 El mundo de ilusión (The Land of Make Believe - Spanish version) 3:57
- 18 I Used to Love the Radio 3:33
- 19 Love in a World Gone Mad (1985 version) 4:03
- 20 Heart of Stone (12″ version) 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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