Ten Out of 10
10cc · 1981
42 min · 10 tracks · art rock · soft rock · art pop
A blend of playful melodies and intricate arrangements that showcase 10cc's signature wit and harmonic sophistication.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'The Power of Love,' which gained significant radio play and reached the UK charts, solidifying 10cc's place in the pop landscape. Although it received mixed reviews upon release, 'Ten Out of 10' is noted for its sophisticated pop hooks and blends of various genres, influencing subsequent art pop acts.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout playful melodies with clever wit sing-along moments with friends
- Context
- Released in January 1981, 'Ten Out of 10' is the sixth studio album by 10cc, coming after their commercial peak with 'Deceptive Bends' in 1977. By this time, the band's lineup had changed, featuring only Graham Gouldman and Eric Stewart from the original quartet, signaling a shift towards more polished production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Who· Ringo Starr· Paul McCartney· Eric Clapton· George Harrison· Queen· John Lennon· The Kinks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don’t Ask 4:01
- 2 The Power of Love Standout 4:14
- 3 Les Nouveaux Riches Standout 5:12
- 4 Memories 4:27
- 5 We’ve Heard It All Before 3:48
- 6 Don’t Turn Me Away Standout 5:03
- 7 Notell Hotel 4:56
- 8 Overdraft in Overdrive 3:22
- 9 Tomorrow’s World Today 3:14
- 10 Run Away 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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