David Johansen
David Johansen · 1978
38 min · 10 tracks · blues · hard rock · swing
A vibrant blend of rock, blues, and swing inflected with a playful theatricality.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful theatrical energy
- steady mid-tempo grooves
- short bursts of catchy hooks
- vibrant sing-along moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slow, introspective pieces
- seek extended sonic explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- David Johansen's self-titled album marked his first solo effort following the breakup of the influential band New York Dolls in 1976. Released in 1978, it came during a transitional phase for Johansen as he sought to redefine his musical identity outside the glam punk scene that had propelled him to fame.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sammy Davis Jr.· Neil Young· ZZ Top
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Funky but Chic 4:01
- 2 Girls 3:39
- 3 Pain in My Heart 3:27
- 4 Not That Much 3:04
- 5 Donna 4:29
- 6 Cool Metro 3:57
- 7 I’m a Lover 3:35
- 8 Lonely Tenement 4:14
- 9 Frenchette 5:30
- 10 The Rope (The Let Go Song) 2:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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