Whose Side Are You On?
Matt Bianco · 1984
41 min · 10 tracks · jazz pop
A vibrant blend of jazz-infused pop melodies with catchy hooks and smooth vocals that invite you to dance.
Why this album works
'Whose Side Are You On?' achieved notable commercial success, reaching number 14 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Matt Bianco's presence in the music industry. The album garnered critical acclaim for its innovative sound and contributed to the rise of the sophisti-pop genre in the mid-80s.
- Career context
- Released on August 10, 1984, 'Whose Side Are You On?' was Matt Bianco's debut album, marking the start of their journey in the UK pop and jazz scene. At this point, the band was establishing their identity after forming in 1982, blending jazz elements with mainstream pop sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Acoustic Alchemy· Spyro Gyra· Hiroshima
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whose Side Are You On? 4:35
- 2 More Than I Can Bear 4:16
- 3 No No Never Standout 3:44
- 4 Half a Minute Standout 3:49
- 5 Matt's Mood 5:20
- 6 Get Out of Your Lazy Bed Standout 3:28
- 7 It's Getting Late 3:22
- 8 Sneaking Out the Back Door 3:49
- 9 Riding With the Wind 3:23
- 10 Matt's Mood II 5:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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