Creatures of Leisure
Mental As Anything · 1983
43 min · 13 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of new wave and pop rock, infused with catchy hooks and playful lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- playful lyrics for sing-alongs
- for casual gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- light-hearted vibes throughout
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking deep emotional complexity
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 1, 1983, 'Creatures of Leisure' was Mental As Anything's fourth studio album, following their successful album 'Cats & Dogs' from 1981. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the Australian music scene, showcasing a more polished sound while continuing to explore humorous and relatable themes in their songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· Squeeze· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spirit Got Lost 2:56
- 2 Float Away 2:41
- 3 Brain, Brain 4:35
- 4 Bitter to Swallow 3:43
- 5 Close Again 2:54
- 6 Nothing's Going Right Today 3:15
- 7 Working for the Man 3:31
- 8 Fiona 3:25
- 9 Seems Alright to Me 3:29
- 10 Drinking of Her Lips 2:50
- 11 Red to Green 3:27
- 12 Let's Not Get Sentimental 4:30
- 13 Business & Pleasure 2:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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