Love Bomb
The Tubes · 1985
40 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · punk
A flamboyant blend of hard rock and punk energy infused with theatrical flair and social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with playful interludes
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- theatrical flair for lively moods
- social commentary with a punch
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek lengthy, contemplative pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1985, 'Love Bomb' was The Tubes' sixth studio album and followed their previous release, 'The Completion Backward Principle' from 1981. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift towards a more polished sound while maintaining their provocative stage presence. This album came during a period of experimentation for the group as they sought to redefine their musical identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Zappa· David Bowie· The B-52's
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Piece by Piece 4:26
- 2 Stella 4:08
- 3 Come as You Are 3:38
- 4 One Good Reason 4:04
- 5 Bora Bora 2000/Love Bomb 4:29
- 6 Night People 2:09
- 7 Say Hey 2:41
- 8 Eyes 3:32
- 9 Muscle Girls 1:12
- 10 Theme From a Wooly Place (Wooly Bully / Theme From a Summer Place) 0:45
- 11 For a Song 3:16
- 12 Say Hey (Part 2) 0:35
- 13 Feel It 3:51
- 14 Night People (reprise) 1:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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