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Modern Times

Latin Quarter · 1985

63 min · 16 tracks · pop music

A vibrant fusion of pop and world influences, reflecting the socio-political landscape of the mid-1980s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • engaging reflections on socio-political themes
  • vibrant sound for social gatherings
  • playful energy for casual listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification tracks
  • prefer uniform, steady tempos

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1985, 'Modern Times' was Latin Quarter's debut album, marking their entrance into the music scene after forming in 1983. The band had already gained attention with their unique sound that combined catchy pop melodies with socially conscious lyrics. This album laid the groundwork for their subsequent projects and established their identity as a politically aware musical group.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Modern Times 3:50
  • 2 No Ordinary Return 3:38
  • 3 Radio Africa 3:56
  • 4 Toulouse 4:24
  • 5 America for Beginners 5:21
  • 6 Eddie 3:13
  • 7 No Rope as Long as Time 4:32
  • 8 Seaport September 3:22
  • 9 New Millionaires 3:39
  • 10 Truth About John 4:04
  • 11 Cora 3:00
  • 12 Modern Times (12" version) 5:49
  • 13 Thin White Duke 3:27
  • 14 This Side of Midnight 2:46
  • 15 Sandinista 5:33
  • 16 Voices Inside 3:09

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