Heavy Petting
Bad Manners · 1997
44 min · 13 tracks · ska
An infectious blend of upbeat ska rhythms and playful lyrical wit that captures the spirit of 90s British ska.
Why this album works
'Heavy Petting' marked a notable return for Bad Manners, showcasing their ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while retaining their distinctive style. The album received positive reviews and contributed to the continued growth of ska within the UK music scene in the late 90s, influencing new generations of ska bands.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes playful sing-along moments party-friendly upbeat energy
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Heavy Petting' is Bad Manners' sixth studio album, coming after a hiatus following their previous release, 'Life' (1993). At this point in their career, the band was attempting to reignite their popularity within the UK ska revival movement, which had seen a resurgence during the mid-90s. This album reflects their efforts to stay relevant while staying true to their established sound.
- 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 Don’t Knock the Baldhead Standout 3:03
- 2 Black Night 3:15
- 3 Down Berry Wood 5:05
- 4 Happiness Standout 4:05
- 5 Heavy Petting 4:00
- 6 In the Jungle 3:33
- 7 No, No, No 3:40
- 8 Randy Scouse Git 2:26
- 9 Feel Like Jumping’ Standout 3:16
- 10 Red River Ska 2:33
- 11 Liverpool and Birmingham 2:49
- 12 Lager Delirium 2:42
- 13 Go 3:49
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