What is the best Mental As Anything album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Creatures of Leisure" (1983). It's the most representative of what makes Mental As Anything worth hearing.

What are the best Mental As Anything albums?

The essential Mental As Anything albums include "Creatures of Leisure" (1983), "Live It Up" (1985), "Mouth to Mouth" (1987), "Best Of" (1999) and "Essential as Anything" (2009).

How many albums does Mental As Anything have?

Mental As Anything has 22 releases in their discography, including 16 albums and 3 EPs.

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Mental As Anything

Q: Who is Mental As Anything for?

If you're into new wave, Mental As Anything is worth your time. With buoyant hooks and rhythmic playfulness, their music dances between tight grooves and spontaneous bursts of energy.

With buoyant hooks and rhythmic playfulness, their music dances between tight grooves and spontaneous bursts of energy.

new wave

Australia Est. 1976

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The album

Creatures of Leisure album by Mental As Anything

Creatures of Leisure (1983)

Captures their signature sound with a mix of buoyant hooks and rhythmic playfulness, making it an accessible entry point.

The song

“Live It Up” from Essential as Anything

Immediate hook that introduces their energetic style, showcasing the band's playful approach to pop music.

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Songs to start with

If you'd rather pick a song than an album.

1

"The Nips Are Getting Bigger" — from Essential as Anything (2009)

establishes the sonic palette early
2

"He's Just No Good for You" — from Mouth to Mouth (1987)

establishes the sonic palette early
3

"The Nips Are Getting Bigger" — from Best Of (1999)

accessible entry with immediate hook
4

"Spirit Got Lost" — from Creatures of Leisure (1983)

establishes the sonic palette early
5

"Too Many Times" — from Cats & Dogs (1981)

establishes the sonic palette early
6

"The Nips Are Getting Bigger" — from Get Wet (1979)

accessible entry with immediate hook

About Mental As Anything

Mental As Anything has carved out a significant niche in the landscape of Australian music, bringing an infectious energy and playful irreverence to the pop scene.

Their sound resonates with audiences as a celebration of the absurdities of everyday life, challenging listeners to embrace the quirky and unconventional.

Their sound resonates with audiences as a celebration of the absurdities of everyday life, challenging listeners to embrace the quirky and unconventional. By blending humor with catchy melodies, they have fostered a cultural space where levity and introspection coexist, encouraging audiences to approach life’s challenges with a light heart. The band’s approach is marked by a distinctively collaborative spirit, allowing for a versatile songwriting process that integrates each member's influences and ideas. This synergy leads to a vibrant mix of sounds that keeps their music feeling fresh and accessible. By leaning into their collective identity, Mental As Anything reflects the dynamics of their environment, crafting songs that feel lively and spontaneous while remaining deeply rooted in relatable experiences. Lyrically, Mental As Anything often explores themes of love, identity, and the absurdities of urban life through a lens of irony and humor. Their storytelling balances sincerity with wit; songs convey genuine emotions while playfully twisting everyday scenarios into entertaining narratives. The band's voice remains conversational, drawing listeners in with an inviting tone that feels both familiar and engaging.

16 studio albums· 22 total releases· 3 decades· Australia