It's… Madness
Madness · 1990
47 min · 16 tracks · new wave · reggae · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of ska rhythms and catchy melodies capturing the essence of late '80s British pop culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- catchy sing-alongs with friends
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes
- nostalgic reflections on youth
- playful energy for gatherings
- lighthearted tunes for road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of slow, introspective tracks
- prefer heavy, complex arrangements
Where this album fits
- Themes
- British pop culture· nostalgic school days· adulthood humor· late '80s revival
- Career context
- Released on September 1, 1990, 'It's… Madness' marked the band's return after a five-year hiatus since their last studio album. At this point in their career, Madness was transitioning through varying commercial success, with an emphasis on balancing their classic sound while integrating contemporary pop influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Specials· Bad Manners· The Selecter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 House of Fun 2:47
- 2 Don’t Look Back 3:34
- 3 Wings of a Dove 3:01
- 4 The Young and the Old 2:07
- 5 My Girl 2:45
- 6 Stepping Into Line 2:19
- 7 Baggy Trousers 2:35
- 8 The Business 3:27
- 9 Embarrassment 3:01
- 10 One’s Second Thoughtlessness 3:26
- 11 Grey Day 3:38
- 12 Memories 2:24
- 13 It Must Be Love 3:22
- 14 Deceives the Eye 2:02
- 15 Driving in My Car 3:19
- 16 Animal Farm 4:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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