Cats & Dogs
Mental As Anything · 1981
38 min · 13 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of new wave and pop rock, infused with quirky lyrics and catchy melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky lyrics for playful listening
- consistent mid-tempo flow
- for upbeat gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, immersive albums
- seek deep emotional introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Cats & Dogs' is Mental As Anything's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Espresso Bongo' in 1980. At this point, the band was solidifying their unique sound and gaining wider recognition in Australia and beyond.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· Squeeze· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Too Many Times 2:52
- 2 Walking on Rails 2:34
- 3 If You Leave Me, Can I Come Too? 3:12
- 4 Berserk Warriors 3:51
- 5 Let's Cook 2:30
- 6 Got Hit 3:14
- 7 Ready for You Now 2:42
- 8 Looking for Bird 3:41
- 9 Chemical Travel 2:57
- 10 Catalina's Reward 3:10
- 11 Psychedelic Peace Lamp 3:05
- 12 Sad Poetry 2:50
- 13 Hararei I Akarana 1:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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