The History Mix Volume 1
Godley & Creme · 1985
17 min · 8 tracks · new wave
A kaleidoscopic blend of art rock and new wave, merging eclectic sounds with introspective lyrics and innovative production techniques.
Top tracks — play these first
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I’m Not In Love — This track represents Godley & Creme's signature use of layered harmonies and lush production, becoming one of their most recognizable songs.
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Wet Rubber Soup: Rubber Bullets — This song creatively combines satire with an upbeat melody, showcasing the duo's knack for blending humor with musical experimentation.
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Cry — The emotional depth and haunting vocals in this track highlight the duo's ability to convey complex feelings through minimalistic arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky and playful experimentation
- short bursts of creativity
- intriguing lyrical introspection
- eclectic sounds for curious minds
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, cohesive narratives
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1985, The History Mix Volume 1 is a compilation album by Godley & Creme, following their previous work as members of 10cc. The album showcases their distinct style during a period when they were transitioning into more experimental territory after their departure from the commercially successful band.
- Stylistic neighbors
- 10cc· The Buggles· Talking Heads
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wet Rubber Soup: Rubber Bullets
- 2 Wet Rubber Soup: Minestrone
- 3 Wet Rubber Soup: I’m Not In Love
- 4 Cry
- 5 Expanding the Business 17:03
- 6 The ‘Dare You’ Man
- 7 Hum Drum Boys in Paris
- 8 Mountain Tension
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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