The Kinks Are Well Respected Men
The Kinks · 1987
99 min · 37 tracks · hard rock · garage rock · power pop
A vibrant collection of catchy melodies and sharp social commentary wrapped in garage rock exuberance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs wave-like pacing with surprises sharp social commentary reflections
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'The Kinks Are Well Respected Men' came at a time when The Kinks were enjoying a resurgence after reuniting in the mid-1980s. This album marked their return to the studio after a period of relative obscurity, as they began to embrace their legacy while still pushing musical boundaries.
- If you like
- hard rock, garage rock, power pop
The Kinks Are Well Respected Men is an album by The Kinks, released in 1987. A vibrant collection of catchy melodies and sharp social commentary wrapped in garage rock exuberance. This compilation highlights The Kinks' most successful early tracks, showcasing their influence on the British rock scene. Songs like 'You Really Got Me' and 'All Day and All of the Night' have been covered extensively and are regarded as foundational works that helped shape the sound of punk and hard rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Kinks Are Well Respected Men sound like?
A vibrant collection of catchy melodies and sharp social commentary wrapped in garage rock exuberance. Rooted in hard rock and garage rock.
What makes The Kinks Are Well Respected Men by The Kinks notable?
This compilation highlights The Kinks' most successful early tracks, showcasing their influence on the British rock scene. Songs like 'You Really Got Me' and 'All Day and All of the Night' have been covered extensively and are regarded as foundational works that helped shape the sound of punk and hard rock. Released in 1987, 'The Kinks Are Well Respected Men' came at a time when The Kinks were enjoying a resurgence after reuniting in the mid-1980s. This album marked their return to the studio after a period of relative obscurity, as they began to embrace their legacy while still pushing musical boundaries.
Who is The Kinks Are Well Respected Men for?
The Kinks Are Well Respected Men works well if you're into catchy melodies for sing-alongs, wave-like pacing with surprises and sharp social commentary reflections.
How many songs are on The Kinks Are Well Respected Men?
The Kinks Are Well Respected Men has 37 tracks, running approximately 99 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Long Tall Sally 2:12
- 2 You Still Want Me 1:59
- 3 You Do Something to Me 2:25
- 4 It’s Alright 2:37
- 5 All Day and All of the Night 2:23
- 6 I Gotta Move 2:25
- 7 Louie Louie 2:57
- 8 I’ve Got That Feeling 2:43
- 9 I Gotta Go Now 2:54
- 10 Things Are Getting Better 1:55
- 11 Ev’rybody’s Gonna Be Happy 2:17
- 12 Who’ll Be the Next in Line 2:02
- 13 Set Me Free 2:12
- 14 I Need You 2:26
- 15 See My Friends 2:46
- 16 Never Met a Girl Like You 2:04
- 17 A Well Respected Man Standout 2:42
- 18 Such a Shame 2:18
- 19 Wait Till the Summer Comes Along 2:10
Disc 2
- 1 Don’t You Fret 2:44
- 2 Dedicated Follower of Fashion Standout 3:02
- 3 Sitting on My Sofa 3:06
- 4 I’m Not Like Everybody Else 3:29
- 5 Dead End Street Standout 3:23
- 6 Big Black Smoke 2:35
- 7 Act Nice and Gentle 2:40
- 8 Autumn Almanac 3:11
- 9 Mr. Pleasant 2:57
- 10 Wonderboy 2:50
- 11 Pretty Polly 2:52
- 12 Days 2:54
- 13 She’s Got Everything 3:09
- 14 Plastic Man 3:04
- 15 King Kong 3:24
- 16 Mindless Child of Motherhood 3:15
- 17 This Man He Weeps Tonight 2:42
- 18 Berkeley Mews 2:41
Release Date
September 28, 1987
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
99 min 42 sec
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