The Montreux Album cover

The Montreux Album

Smokie · 1978

42 min · 12 tracks · pop rock · glam rock

A vibrant blend of glam rock and pop melodies that captures the exuberance of late '70s British music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • playful anthems for gatherings
  • nostalgic vibes of the '70s
  • catchy choruses for sing-alongs
  • lighthearted tunes for daytime

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of deep introspection
  • prefer heavy, complex arrangements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in October 1978, The Montreux Album was Smokie's fifth studio album, following their commercially successful release, Changing All the Time. At this point, the band had established themselves as a significant act in the glam rock scene, building on hit singles and a growing fanbase across Europe.
Stylistic neighbors
Bay City Rollers· Mud· Status Quo

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Girl Can't Help It 3:48
  • 2 Power of Love 1:57
  • 3 No More Letters 3:30
  • 4 Mexican Girl 3:59
  • 5 You Took Me by Surprise 3:38
  • 6 Oh Carol 3:40
  • 7 Liverpool Docks 2:58
  • 8 Light Up My Life 4:25
  • 9 Petesey's Song 2:53
  • 10 For a Few Dollars More 3:35
  • 11 Stumblin' In 3:57
  • 12 A Stranger With You 3:53

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata