Face the Music
New Kids on the Block · 1994
67 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B
A polished blend of R&B grooves and pop melodies that captures the group's signature harmonies and youthful energy.
Why this album works
'Face the Music' debuted at number 18 on the Billboard 200 and continued the group's legacy of catchy pop hits, though it did not achieve the same monumental success as previous albums. The single 'Dirty Dawg' showcased a more mature sound and lyrical content, reflecting the group's evolution amidst shifting industry trends.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 1994, 'Face the Music' marked New Kids on the Block's fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Step by Step' in 1990. At this point, the group was attempting to maintain relevance in a rapidly changing pop landscape as boy bands began to face competition from new acts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Panic! at the Disco· Pitbull· Linkin Park· Madonna· Taylor Swift· Ricky Martin· Katy Perry
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro: Face the Music 2:15
- 2 You Got the Flavor Standout 4:50
- 3 Dirty Dawg Standout 4:15
- 4 Girls 4:28
- 5 If You Go Away Standout 5:30
- 6 Keep on Smilin’ 4:35
- 7 Never Let You Go 5:34
- 8 Keepin’ My Fingers Crossed 4:18
- 9 Mrs. Right 5:03
- 10 Since You Walked Into My Life 6:24
- 11 Let’s Play House 4:58
- 12 I Can’t Believe It’s Over 5:08
- 13 I’ll Still Be Loving You 5:09
- 14 I’ll Be Waitin’ 4:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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