Smashing!
Right Said Fred · 1996
56 min · 14 tracks · pop rock
A playful blend of catchy pop hooks and upbeat rock rhythms that captures the mid-90s vibe.
Why this album works
'Smashing!' featured the hit single 'Everybody Loves Me,' which found success on various charts, further cementing Right Said Fred's popularity. The album showcased their signature tongue-in-cheek style, contributing to the playful nature of 90s pop and influencing later comedic pop acts.
- Best for
- playful sing-alongs with friends steady flow with varied tempos nostalgic vibes of mid-90s
- Context
- Released in January 1996, 'Smashing!' was Right Said Fred's third studio album, following their breakthrough debut 'Up' and its successful follow-up. At this point, they were riding the wave of their initial fame from hits like 'I'm Too Sexy,' aiming to solidify their place in the pop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Radiohead· Joe Jackson· Blur· Kate Bush· Pet Shop Boys· Ringo Starr· John Lennon· Simply Red
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Everybody Loves Me Standout 3:21
- 2 Brick by Brick Standout 6:08
- 3 Big Time Standout 3:55
- 4 Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town 3:23
- 5 You Want Kissing 3:25
- 6 La Samba 4:02
- 7 Living on a Dream 3:45
- 8 'Til the Sun Goes Cold 4:37
- 9 Favourite Thrill 3:58
- 10 Mr. Bad Vibe 4:10
- 11 Radio 4:26
- 12 ABC 3:46
- 13 Place I Know (The Fairy Song) 4:34
- 14 Everybody Loves Me (reprise) 2:57
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