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Look Sharp!

Joe Jackson · 1979

36 min · 11 tracks · jazz · new wave · punk

A vibrant fusion of new wave, punk energy, and catchy pop melodies that captures late '70s angst.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy songs
  • immediate hooks and energy
  • upbeat background ambiance
  • dynamic emotional shifts

Where this album fits

Career context
Look Sharp! marked Joe Jackson's debut album, released in January 1979. At this point, he was a relatively unknown artist, emerging from the UK music scene with fresh ideas and influences. This album helped establish him as a prominent figure in the new wave movement.
Stylistic neighbors
Elvis Costello· Squeeze· The Police

Tracklist

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

  • 1 One More Time 3:17
  • 2 Sunday Papers 4:19
  • 3 Is She Really Going Out With Him? 3:35
  • 4 Happy Loving Couples 3:07
  • 5 Throw It Away 2:50
  • 6 Baby Stick Around 2:37
  • 7 Look Sharp! 3:22
  • 8 Fools in Love 4:23
  • 9 (Do the) Instant Mash 3:11
  • 10 Pretty Girls 2:54
  • 11 Got the Time 2:51

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata