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Fat Sound

Bad Manners · 1992

58 min · 18 tracks · ska

A vibrant blend of ska rhythms, playful lyrics, and infectious melodies that embodies 90s British pop-ska.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its chart performance, reaching No. 20 on the UK Albums Chart, which reaffirmed Bad Manners' place in the ska scene during the early '90s. Additionally, it features several tracks that became dancefloor favorites, helping to sustain the ska revival trend in Britain.
Best for
energetic dance floor vibes playful and upbeat atmosphere dynamic, varied pacing
Context
By the time 'Fat Sound' was released in 1992, Bad Manners had already established themselves as prominent figures in the UK ska revival of the early 1980s. This album marked their return to recording after a brief hiatus, showcasing their continued commitment to the genre and their signature upbeat sound.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Mambo, Ska Number 8 2:05
  • 2 Do the Creep 2:09
  • 3 I Can’t Stand the Rain Standout 3:36
  • 4 Crazy Over You 2:36
  • 5 Feel Like Jumping 3:39
  • 6 Midnight Rider 3:32
  • 7 Skinhead Love Affair Standout 3:00
  • 8 Voices in Your Head 3:02
  • 9 The First Cut Is the Deepest 3:47
  • 10 Wet Dream Standout 3:25
  • 11 Stop Making Love Beside Me 2:35
  • 12 Pig Bad 3:24
  • 13 Mambo Number 8 2:04
  • 14 Teenager in Love 3:00
  • 15 Lola 3:51
  • 16 Wet Dream (dub mix) 3:29
  • 17 Midnight Rider (dub mix) 4:00
  • 18 I Can’t Stand the Rain (12″ mix) 4:54

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