Forging Ahead
Bad Manners · 1982
78 min · 22 tracks · ska
A vibrant mélange of ska rhythms and playful lyrics, reflecting a carefree party atmosphere.
Why this album works
'Forging Ahead' solidified Bad Manners' place in the ska movement of the early '80s, contributing to the genre's popularity in the UK. The album's unique blend of humor and upbeat rhythms resonated with audiences, helping it achieve notable airplay and recognition within the alternative music scene.
- Best for
- carefree party atmosphere dynamic progression with peaks short, engaging tracks
- Context
- Released on October 1, 1982, 'Forging Ahead' was Bad Manners' third studio album, following their successful sophomore effort, 'Looney Tunes'. At this point in their career, the band was gaining traction in the UK ska revival scene, having established themselves as a prominent act with their energetic sound and humorous stage presence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Ringo Starr· Elton John· The Who· Queen· Eric Clapton· Paul McCartney· John Lennon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Salad Bar 2:52
- 2 Tonight Is Your Night 3:25
- 3 Samson and Delilah (Biblical version) Standout 5:16
- 4 Exodus 2:45
- 5 Got No Brains Standout 3:49
- 6 Rose of Italy 3:35
- 7 My Girl Lollipop (extended Lick mix) Standout 5:00
- 8 Falling Out of Love 3:24
- 9 Seventh Heaven 3:28
- 10 Educating Marmelade 3:16
- 11 What’s Up Crazy Pup 1:57
- 12 Your 3:52
- 13 Psychedelic Eric 3:38
- 14 Flashpoint 3:48
- 15 Ben E. Wriggle (remix) 6:07
- 16 My Girl Lollipop (7″ single version) 2:45
- 17 Samson and Delilah (7″ single version) 3:33
- 18 Good Honest Man 2:13
- 19 Your (instrumental version) 3:28
- 20 That’ll Do Nicely 2:53
- 21 Monster Love (dub) 2:59
- 22 That’ll Do Nicely (Express version) 4:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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