Is Solid Ground a good place to start with Smokie?

Yes, Solid Ground is recommended as a starting point for new Smokie listeners. A blend of catchy melodies and polished pop-rock arrangements infused with glam influences and heartfelt lyrics. Released in 1981, Solid Ground was Smokie's fifth studio album, following their successful 1979 record, Midnight Café. By this time, the band had solidified their place in the UK rock scene, transitioning from earlier glam rock roots into a more mainstream pop sound while maintaining their signature emotional storytelling.

Who is Solid Ground for?

Solid Ground works well if you're into carefree romance and nostalgia, wave-like pacing with variety and for sunny afternoons.

How many songs are on Solid Ground?

Solid Ground has 15 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Solid Ground

Smokie · 1981

51 min · 15 tracks · pop rock

A blend of catchy melodies and polished pop-rock arrangements infused with glam influences and heartfelt lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Jet Lagged Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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I’m in Love With You — This track exemplifies Smokie's knack for romantic ballads, combining lush harmonies with an infectious chorus that captures the essence of early '80s pop-rock.
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My Woman Don’t Like Rock n Roll — With its tongue-in-cheek lyrics and upbeat tempo, this song highlights the band's playful side while critiquing societal expectations around music preferences.
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Take Good Care of My Baby — A cover of Bobby Vee’s classic, this rendition showcases Smokie’s ability to reinterpret nostalgic tunes with their own unique flair, adding depth to the album's character.
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Long Time Coming — The song's reflective lyrics and melodic structure create a poignant atmosphere, illustrating Smokie’s growth as songwriters and their emotional depth by this stage in their career.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

carefree romance and nostalgia
wave-like pacing with variety
for sunny afternoons
catchy melodies for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek deep, complex narratives

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — Solid Ground is appreciated by fans for its catchy melodies and polished sound.
Themes: nostalgic melodies· playful relationships
Career context: Released in 1981, Solid Ground was Smokie's fifth studio album, following their successful 1979 record, Midnight Café. By this time, the band had solidified their place in the UK rock scene, transitioning from earlier glam rock roots into a more mainstream pop sound while maintaining their signature emotional storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors: Bay City Rollers· Mud· Status Quo