Knee Deep in the Hoopla cover

Knee Deep in the Hoopla

Starship · 1985

40 min · 9 tracks · new wave

Anthemic rock melodies intertwine with synth-driven hooks, capturing the pop sensibilities of the mid-1980s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journeys
  • reflective evening listening
  • emotional lyrical connections
  • anthemic sing-along moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 10, 1985, 'Knee Deep in the Hoopla' marked Starship's commercial peak following their transition from Jefferson Starship. The album came after the success of their earlier hits and established them firmly in the pop-rock landscape of the 1980s.
Stylistic neighbors
Duran Duran· A Flock of Seagulls· Roxy Music

Tracklist

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

  • 1 We Built This City 4:53
  • 2 Sara 4:48
  • 3 Tomorrow Doesn’t Matter Tonight 3:41
  • 4 Rock Myself to Sleep 3:24
  • 5 Desperate Heart 4:04
  • 6 Private Room 4:51
  • 7 Before I Go 5:11
  • 8 Hearts of the World (Will Understand) 4:21
  • 9 Love Rusts 4:57

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