Strip
Adam Ant · 1983
38 min · 10 tracks · new wave · punk · alternative hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of new wave and punk rock that pulses with playful energy and sharp lyrical wit.
Why this album works
'Strip' reached number 18 on the UK Albums Chart and showcased Ant's distinctive blend of punk and new wave at a time when these genres were evolving. The album is also notable for its lyrical focus on themes of sexuality and identity, which resonated with the burgeoning alternative music scene in the early '80s.
- Best for
- playful energy throughout listening steady mid-tempo engagement sharp lyrics for detail seekers
- Context
- Released on November 1, 1983, 'Strip' was Adam Ant's third solo album following his successful post-Bow Wow Wow career. At this time, Ant was navigating a shift from the commercial peak of his early hits towards a more experimental sound, reflecting both personal and artistic evolution after a brief hiatus in his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Flight of the Conchords· The Stranglers· The Damned
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Strip Standout 3:47
- 2 Baby, Let Me Scream at You Standout 4:06
- 3 Libertine Standout 4:19
- 4 Spanish Games 3:00
- 5 Vanity 4:05
- 6 Puss ’n Boots 3:51
- 7 Playboy 3:50
- 8 Montreal 4:22
- 9 Navel to Neck 3:40
- 10 Amazon 3:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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