How Dare You!
10cc · 1976
42 min · 9 tracks · art rock · soft rock · art pop
Eclectic arrangements blend sharp wit with lush melodies, showcasing 10cc's artful pop sensibilities and playful experimentation.
Why this album works
'How Dare You!' reached No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart, cementing 10cc's place in the progressive pop landscape of the mid-1970s. The album is notable for its single 'Art for Arts Sake', which received significant airplay and showcased the band's unique blend of humor and sophistication, influencing subsequent art pop artists.
- Best for
- playful and witty storytelling varied emotional landscapes thought-provoking lyrical themes
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'How Dare You!' was the fourth studio album from 10cc, following their commercial peak with '(I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone'. The band was navigating the complexities of fame while evolving their sound, marked by a growing emphasis on intricate production and lyrical cleverness. This album further solidified their status as innovators in the art rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Who· Ringo Starr· Paul McCartney· Eric Clapton· George Harrison· Queen· John Lennon· The Kinks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How Dare You Standout 4:13
- 2 Lazy Ways 4:19
- 3 I Wanna Rule the World Standout 3:59
- 4 I’m Mandy Fly Me 5:22
- 5 Iceberg 3:45
- 6 Art for Arts Sake Standout 6:01
- 7 Rock ’n’ Roll Lullaby 3:59
- 8 Head Room 4:16
- 9 Don’t Hang Up 6:16
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