Solid Ground
Smokie · 1981
51 min · 15 tracks · pop rock · glam rock
A polished blend of glam rock and pop melodies that evoke carefree romance and nostalgia.
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 want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek deep, complex narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1981, 'Solid Ground' marked Smokie's sixth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Midnight Café' in 1978. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the UK and European markets, moving towards a more mature sound while retaining their melodic charm.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bay City Rollers· Mud· Status Quo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jet Lagged 2:59
- 2 I’m in Love With You 3:27
- 3 Everything a Man Could Need 5:14
- 4 My Woman Don’t Like Rock n Roll 2:19
- 5 Take Good Care of My Baby 3:23
- 6 Rock n Roll Woman 4:14
- 7 Your Love Is So Good for Me 4:06
- 8 Long Time Coming 4:17
- 9 Melody Goes On 2:27
- 10 Songs 2:24
- 11 I Wanna Kiss Your Lips 2:23
- 12 Run to Me 4:11
- 13 Look What You’re Doin’ 3:39
- 14 Little Town Flirt 3:24
- 15 Not Fade Away 2:36
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