Scandalous
Imagination · 1983
44 min · 8 tracks · funk
Funky grooves and lush melodies intertwine, creating a vibrant soundscape that embodies the essence of early 80s post-disco.
Top tracks — play these first
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New Dimension — This track opens the album with an infectious groove and showcases Imagination's signature blend of funk and pop, setting a high-energy tone.
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State of Love — With its smooth vocals and romantic lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's ability to merge dancefloor appeal with heartfelt themes.
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Shoo Be Doo da Dabba Doobee (This Means War) — This song stands out for its playful title and catchy hook, capturing the whimsical yet serious undertones present in Imagination's work.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases varied tempos and arrangements while maintaining a cohesive sound characteristic of early 80s funk.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and prominent brass sections, establishing a lively atmosphere.
- Tracks four through six introduce slower grooves and more introspective lyrics, creating a contrast in mood.
- The final two tracks return to a more melodic and lush arrangement, with layered harmonies that build on earlier themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- energetic groove exploration
- contemplative late-night vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1983, Scandalous was Imagination's third studio album, following their successful 1982 release, Night Dubbing. At this point in their career, the band had established themselves as pioneers of the post-disco sound, blending funk with sophisticated pop elements and a theatrical flair that characterized their style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chic· Earth, Wind & Fire· Kool & The Gang
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Dimension 7:24
- 2 State of Love 4:55
- 3 Point of No Return 5:09
- 4 When I See the Fire 4:35
- 5 Shoo Be Doo da Dabba Doobee (This Means War) 6:27
- 6 Wrong in Love 4:53
- 7 Looking at Midnight 5:52
- 8 The Need to Be Free 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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