Released 45 years ago this October
Quarterflash
Quarterflash · 1981
40 min · 9 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of new wave and rock, featuring catchy hooks and anthemic choruses that define early '80s pop sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Harden My Heart — This track became the band's signature song, characterized by its driving beat and memorable chorus, encapsulating the essence of their sound.
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Find Another Fool — With its infectious melody and relatable lyrics about heartbreak, this track showcases Quarterflash's knack for crafting pop-rock anthems.
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Valerie — This song features strong vocal performances and intricate instrumentation, highlighting the band’s ability to blend emotion with catchy arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- vibrant saxophone moments
- for upbeat gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seeking deep introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Quarterflash's self-titled debut album marked the band's arrival in the music scene after forming in 1980. The release came just a year after their formation, showcasing their immediate impact on the new wave genre with a fresh sound that appealed to mainstream audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roxy Music· Duran Duran· Bronski Beat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Harden My Heart 3:51
- 2 Find Another Fool 4:32
- 3 Critical Times 5:06
- 4 Valerie 4:20
- 5 Try To Make It True 3:38
- 6 Right Kind Of Love 3:48
- 7 Cruisin' With The Deuce 4:10
- 8 Love Should Be So Kind 3:10
- 9 Williams Avenue 7:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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