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Yes Please!

Happy Mondays · 1992

48 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · alternative dance · hip house

A kaleidoscopic blend of alternative rock and hip house, swirling with infectious grooves and surreal lyricism.

Why this album works

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions infectious groove exploration
Context
Released in 1992, 'Yes Please!' was the Happy Mondays' fourth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches'. At this point, the band's lineup saw changes as they navigated the pressures of fame and internal conflicts, ultimately leading to a distinct shift in their sound and style.
If you like
alternative rock, alternative dance, hip house

Yes Please! is an album by Happy Mondays, released in 1992. A kaleidoscopic blend of alternative rock and hip house, swirling with infectious grooves and surreal lyricism. This album is notable for its eclectic mix of genres that exemplified the Madchester scene, although it received mixed reviews compared to earlier works. Despite its less favorable reception, 'Yes Please!' continued to influence the burgeoning Britpop movement and showcased the band's experimentation during a turbulent period. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Yes Please! sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of alternative rock and hip house, swirling with infectious grooves and surreal lyricism. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative dance.

What makes Yes Please! by Happy Mondays notable?

This album is notable for its eclectic mix of genres that exemplified the Madchester scene, although it received mixed reviews compared to earlier works. Despite its less favorable reception, 'Yes Please!' continued to influence the burgeoning Britpop movement and showcased the band's experimentation during a turbulent period. Released in 1992, 'Yes Please!' was the Happy Mondays' fourth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches'. At this point, the band's lineup saw changes as they navigated the pressures of fame and internal conflicts, ultimately leading to a distinct shift in their sound and style.

Who is Yes Please! for?

Yes Please! works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and infectious groove exploration.

How many songs are on Yes Please!?

Yes Please! has 10 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·48:35

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

  • 1 Stinkin Thinkin Standout 4:17
  • 2 Monkey in the Family 4:41
  • 3 Sunshine and Love 4:46
  • 4 Dustman 3:44
  • 5 Angel Standout 5:51
  • 6 Cut 'Em Loose Bruce 4:26
  • 7 Theme From Netto 4:13
  • 8 Love Child 5:12
  • 9 Total Ringo 3:38
  • 10 Cowboy Dave Standout 7:43

Release Date

January 1, 1992

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

48 min 35 sec