Zenyatta Mondatta
The Police · 1980
38 min · 11 tracks · new wave · post-punk · reggae rock
A blend of reggae rhythms and post-punk energy, capturing a vibrant and restless spirit.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout vibrant energy for social settings engaging melodies for active listening
- Context
- Released on October 2, 1980, 'Zenyatta Mondatta' was the third studio album by The Police, following their breakthrough with 'Reggatta de Blanc'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status as a leading force in the new wave scene and exploring more complex lyrical themes while maintaining their distinctive sound.
- If you like
- new wave, post-punk, reggae rock
Zenyatta Mondatta is an album by The Police, released in 1980. A blend of reggae rhythms and post-punk energy, capturing a vibrant and restless spirit. 'Zenyatta Mondatta' peaked at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim, including a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Recording. The album's combination of rock and reggae influences helped define the band's unique sound and contributed to the popularization of new wave music during the early 1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Zenyatta Mondatta sound like?
A blend of reggae rhythms and post-punk energy, capturing a vibrant and restless spirit. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes Zenyatta Mondatta by The Police notable?
'Zenyatta Mondatta' peaked at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim, including a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Recording. The album's combination of rock and reggae influences helped define the band's unique sound and contributed to the popularization of new wave music during the early 1980s. Released on October 2, 1980, 'Zenyatta Mondatta' was the third studio album by The Police, following their breakthrough with 'Reggatta de Blanc'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status as a leading force in the new wave scene and exploring more complex lyrical themes while maintaining their distinctive sound.
Who is Zenyatta Mondatta for?
Zenyatta Mondatta works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow throughout, vibrant energy for social settings and engaging melodies for active listening.
How many songs are on Zenyatta Mondatta?
Zenyatta Mondatta has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don’t Stand So Close to Me 4:03
- 2 Driven to Tears Standout 3:20
- 3 When the World Is Running Down, You Make the Best of What’s Still Around 3:37
- 4 Canary in a Coalmine 2:27
- 5 Voices Inside My Head 3:53
- 6 Bombs Away 3:06
- 7 De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da Standout 4:09
- 8 Behind My Camel 2:54
- 9 Man in a Suitcase 2:19
- 10 Shadows in the Rain 5:02
- 11 The Other Way of Stopping 3:24
Release Date
October 2, 1980
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
38 min 14 sec
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