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Word of Mouth

The Kinks · 1984

42 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · garage rock · power pop

A vibrant mix of power pop and rock, infused with sharp wit and social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • conversational lyrical storytelling
  • upbeat and lively vibes
  • reflective moments of introspection
  • catchy hooks and melodies

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 19, 1984, 'Word of Mouth' is The Kinks' fifteenth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'State of Confusion'. At this time, the band was navigating shifts in the music industry while trying to regain commercial success after experiencing fluctuations in popularity during the early 1980s.
Stylistic neighbors
The Who· The Yardbirds· The Rolling Stones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Do It Again 4:09
  • 2 Word of Mouth 3:48
  • 3 Good Day 4:32
  • 4 Living on a Thin Line 4:13
  • 5 Sold Me Out 3:42
  • 6 Massive Reductions 3:13
  • 7 Guilty 4:13
  • 8 Too Hot 4:06
  • 9 Missing Persons 2:53
  • 10 Summer's Gone 3:53
  • 11 Going Solo 3:19

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata