Rip It Up

Quite lovely in its way

Obviously I know the title track- it was even on a TOTP episode that we watched last Friday. It’s great, although the rest of the album doesn’t quite live up to its promise. Still pretty decent though, especially as it’s totally my era. Probably a little too over produced at times, but an important album when you look at the development of the indie scene in Glasgow that so many marvellous things have come out of. I appreciated this. It’s a welcome break from a diet of frat boy rock and shouty hip hop that this list seems to have been giving me. And I might just go listen to some more Orange Juice. There’s probably a “man from Del Monte” joke in here somewhere, but I will restrain myself. Worth a listen anyway.

This seems like another one of those British Isles albums that perhaps shouldn't belong on the list. It does have 28M plays for the title track, and 10M plays for "I Can't Help Myself", so maybe the album is more important than I realize. On the whole it's not _bad_, it's OK early 80's pop; I just don't know if it's _that_ good.

Another album from the British isles whose biggest offense is just being inexplicably included on this list. Sort of answers the question: What if the Talking Heads recorded an album of their B-sides, but David Byrne sang it in the style of a vampire from a 1950s Dracula film

Like Rick Astley knock offs interspersed with Talking Heads knock offs. But bad.

What's there to say? Another "perfectly acceptable background listening" one."

title track is good but overall boring and kinda repetitive

After the first few songs the rest of this became fairly forgettable. Hard to pinpoint what it is about this one that makes it essential, though I do like the proto-Talking Heads pieces sprinkled throughout.

Didn't really like.

The second half was much more enjoyable than the first.

A very interesting mix of music. Album started out reminding me of a mellower/80s version of OK GO with more unique sounds/instrumentals, then it had some African rhythms...not sure what to make of it. Most of it was typical 80s jams. It was all perfectly pleasant.

Definitely an 80's vibe. Oh snap!

This was a decent album with some cool ideas. Didn't blow me away or anything. Rip it up and I can't help myself were probably my favorite tracks

I was surprised that I knew two of these songs, though not surprisingly these two songs are the most listened to songs on this album. That's Rip It Up and I Can't Help Myself. This does not feel like post-punk to me. Maybe it is post-punk but there are also a lot of soul sounds on here as well. The Temptations are even referenced on I Can't Help Myself. Breakfast Time is a bit of a silly song but the band is called "Orange Juice," so perhaps that should be expected. Enjoyed this one and will have to revisit.

Odd sound

had some cool instrumental sounds

They were OK. Nothing special. 2.5.

Yeah it’s whatever! I would rather listen to this than some of the other stuff on this list

Not very into this.

Yikes these guys are awful

An interesting blend of genres. Influence of The Cure can certainly be heard, along with something that would be heard on The Smiths' first album two years later.

hmmmmmmm Will I listen to again: 1%

Pretty good.

I can’t lie I wasn’t vibing with this one.

50/1001 - I might need to re-listen. That went in one ear and out the other. Sounded okay but hard to hear lyrics.

Drunk Scotsmen who can sort of carry a tune doesn’t exactly qualify among the 1001 most essential albums ever, even if we’re including weird genre stuff here.

Listened to it while walking in the snow and it kinda made me wanna dance, but I didn't. It was good, but not good enough for me to dance in the snow. Might listen to again in the summer!

I was in high school when this came out and don't remember it but maybe I blocked it out because it's not good. There's some positive elements but it is extremely dated Sounds like a couple guys who want to be New Order playing The Beat's music poorly

Rip It Up is good. Rest doesn’t seem to have the same energy. OK though.

Really enjoyed listening to this - such an individual sound. Some great tracks. Edwyn's voice is superb. Breakfast Time is a cool, avant garde kind of track and really highlights the band's quirkiness. A bit Bowieesque, in my opinion. I was surprised how fresh (orange juice haha) this sounded. Great!

'Rip It Up' is the track everyone knows, how can something that catchy still sound great after 43 years? As an album it's full of gems. I love Edwyn with his distinctive lyrics, look, voice and guitar, Orange Juice and their quirky, uplifting brand of indie, jangly, lilting, rhythmic, soulful, funky pop! I only ever bought a 'best of' tape so enjoyed exploring this and will keep playing x Oh, one last thing! After a couple of listens it struck me just how many tracks sound like Talking Heads! And another thing! For a 10 minute emotional journey read about his health and watch the videos for Rip It Up, A Girl Like You and the new single Knowledge x

Quite enjoyed this one - unremarkable for me though!

Holy moly, this is great. A very tight, dance type groove that reminds of Talking Heads in the faster songs. This sounds really ahead of its time - it could easily be an indie rock album released this year. Hard to believe it came out in the early 80s. It almost starts off too strong. The first four tracks are brilliant, then it tails off a bit with Breakfast Time. It picks up a bit again towards the end with Hokoyo.

I love indie I love Talking Heads I loved this (Rip it Up especially)

Started out decent but quickly grew thin. That said, "Breakfast Time" was my favorite track.

Some great tunes in there.

eh, it was music. nothing stuck out. maybe I'll listen to it again later..

This is one I've tried to get into over the years as it has been cited as a foundation document for a lot of the music I like, but I dunno. Like much new wave pop, the songs are one minute of a good idea dragged out to five. If "Rip It Up" was 2:30, it'd be perfect. Time and place, this honkylypso would have been an excellent antidote to very serious punk in 1982 Scotland but most of it hits me like the other songs on a Police or (English) Beat album.

Holy fuck, I can't believe I am just now discovering this slinky loveliness. Reminds me a little of the English Beat. Going into my regular rotation.

Wasn't familiar with Orange Juice, but the lead singer's voice jogged something. Turns out it's Edwyn Collins of "A Girl Like You" ... fame? I like it.

Genuinely forgot I'd even listened to this.

Not the vibe I was expecting from the song title. Rip it up? More like "gently separate one side of the paper from the other being careful to not make a level of noise that would disturb anyone else." I get that this band was trying to be cutesy, but there's nothing cutesy about its cliche-ridden stabs at lyricism. I can see how this act was a precursor of sorts to Belle & Sebastian, but that doesn't make me like them any more.

I normally ding a record that hops around subgenres as much as this one does (303 beats? Disco punk? Jangly guitar indie? 2 Tone? Afrobeat?!). But I quite enjoy almost all the songs on this, and there's not one dud to my ear. I still wish there was a whole record that sounded like the title track (the only song I'd previously heard from this album), but what we got is just as good. Gonna keep it in rotation and keep my eye out for the LP.

I feel this is another case of a band that was big in the Uk and made no impact in the US. Reminded me of scritti politti with a touch of Culture Club or Fine Young Cannibals. Today it sounds a bit over produced. Not really my thing, but harmless enough.

I knew the title track (and loved it). Didn't know the rest. The rest is as great as the title track. This is an amazing album. A very bad description would be "Men At Work" pretending they were "The Talking Heads".

Ecclectic 80's style rock/reggae/funk -Rip It Up -Breakfast Time -Can't Help Myself

Pretty fun listen, some cool funky tunes on here.

Me pareció aburrido. Tiene un par de temas buenos pero en general me fastidió un poco.

i was pleasantly surprised by this one! i focused too hard on the "punk" in the "post punk" (which apparently is the world's broadest genre??) and actually quite liked what i found here. fun and funky. the best songs were saxy!

pretty cool sound overall. love how wildly different post-punk bands can be in terms of their approach to making music. i'd probably come back to this one every now and then. favorites: rip it up, a million pleading faces, turn away, i can't help myself

Didn't really listen to much but whay I heard sounded good

Ma used to play Orange Juice when I was a kid in the car so got some good nostalgia for me

A couple of almost catchy tunes, but this is by-and-large tripe. A very long 40 minutes.

Pretty okay 80s sounding 80s album

3.5

Really wasn't expecting much but this one is really cool! Super sunny and fun and even has a few songs with like an African influence. Really looking forward to coming back to it. 8/10

This album is great I just wish there were some cool-ass dolphins on the album cover idk. Favorite track: Mud in Your Eyes 3.5/5

Another completely unknown band. Good album overall. A very uplifting African influence.

Great 80's post-punk, enjoyed the variety of styles and instruments used on different tracks; guitar, synth, horns, bongos & more. Favourite tracks: A Million Pleading Faces, I Can't Help Myself & Hokoyo. Will definitely be revisiting. 4/5

De verdad que no puedo más. Synth-pop británico ochentero, oooootra vez. Este álbum al menos es divertido, aunque tiene la típica sobreproducción pop-synth ochentera que no me gusta nada, saxofones por doquier, etc. Qué hartura, de verdad.

Some hits and misses. I quite liked A Million Pleading Faces and I Can't Help Myself. Always happy to hear a saxophone solo, too.

Not heard this in a long time, always thought it was Talking Heads. Still, good album. 3.5 stars

Holy cow! I never heard of Orange Juice. I was expecting tepid pop. Surprise! This was borderline great pop music. Kinda like Style Council. I added to my faves file.

4/5

Orange Juice - Rip It Up Album Review Rip It Up is a fun, quirky little album that doesn’t quite reach greatness but has enough charm to make it worthwhile. Orange Juice blend post-punk jangle with a funky, almost disco-like groove, creating something that feels light, effortless, and refreshingly offbeat. The title track is easily the highlight, with its bouncy, rubbery bassline and sly, knowing vocal delivery, a song so catchy it almost tricks you into thinking the whole album will be just as infectious. Elsewhere, tracks like Flesh of My Flesh and Louise Louise have a scrappy, playful energy that keeps things moving along nicely, even if they never quite hit the same highs. The problem with Rip It Up is that it never fully commits to being one thing. At times, it leans into funk and new wave, at others, it feels like a more polished version of their early post-punk roots, but it never quite locks into a distinct identity. Edwyn Collins’ deadpan croon adds character, but occasionally the album meanders, with songs like Breakfast Time and A Million Pleading Faces feeling more like pleasant background music than essential listening. The band’s decision to embrace slicker production works in some places but also smooths out some of the raw charm that made their early work so unique. That being said, Rip It Up is still an enjoyable listen. It’s got an undeniable sense of fun, some strong grooves, and enough personality to keep things interesting, even if it never fully delivers on its potential. It’s good, sometimes very good, but never quite great. A solid, enjoyable album that just stops short of being a classic.

afrísk áhrif. bresk nýbylgja, ekki spenntur en ekkert voðalegt.

This is #day182 of my #1001albumsyoumusthearbeforeyoudie challenge, and... I guess orange juice must be my favorite. Sicilian red orange juice or grapefruit come close too—I like it when it has a hint of bitterness. I’ve known Orange Juice since the days when I ran an indie music blog with a friend who's now serving in the Ukrainian Marine Corps. We’d write short reviews and share links to artists and albums. I think we featured this one—maybe a compilation? I can’t quite remember. Either way, the name’s familiar, and it fits with the post-punk/new wave we covered a lot, alongside synthpop. There’s something about the sax, like in “I Can’t Help Myself”, that I enjoy—when it bursts through the song and floats around like a caught bee. It’s a pleasurable listen all in all. I'd rate this album a 4 out of 5. Looking forward to #day183.

This album goes hard! “I can’t help myself” could drop today and do well. It’s like the Smiths and Talking heads with a twist of Graceland. Some tracks have parts that drag, but there are very few misses here.

Pour out the Juice because it has gone bad.

3.50

Great

Strange, suburban, Scottish blue-eyed Afrobeat. Or something. Pretty darn good it is too.

Surprisingly enjoyable listen. I don't tend to like this 80's new wave slop that often comes along here but this one was nice, very mellow and pleasant. I don't know why it falls under post-punk, it sounds a lot more inspired by things like funk and world music. The album is a bit monotonous and falls off by the end because of it, but its a pleasant listen nonetheless.

Love new wave and had never heard of these guys. They were right up my alley.

Wowza. Odd mix of styles, seems to have just about everything, including a horn section? Never heard of these guys but I must admit I'm a little intrigued...

A 3.5 really. The first recorded use of the Roland 303 - as on the mega squelchy synth bass on the title track. On the whole I prefer their mega-scratchy sound before this rather than the Talking Heads sound here.

Great 80s album with good and funky instrumentals

Як я вже писав вчора, як на мене цей альбом найменш цікавий із творчості Orange Juice. Дебютник був більш лоуфайним,та душевним, а однойменний третій альбом віддавав легким готичним вайбом. Проте це не означає, що цей альбом гірший. Навпаки, в багатьох аспектах він навіть кращий. Динаміка самих пісень має дуже цікавий розвиток, зʼявилось навіть щось схоже на фанк, ударні партії, часом, звучать чудернацьки і по своєму екзотично. І якщо б мене попросили описати Rit It Up одним словом, то я б, однозначно, назвав його «яскравим». Саме таким, напевно і задумувався #junglepop - оптимістична, яскрава та, на відміну від агресивного та «мачиського» панку , елегантна та романтична музика, що часом дозволяє собі трохи «мінорної» меланхолії. І цьому контексті - альбом виконує свою роботу на всі 100 відсотків. Тому і не дивно, що саме він став найбільш комерційно успішним альбомом гурту, та саме він доданий до цієї книги Але я, все ж, більш схиляюсь до «сирих»та експериментальних речей, що справді прагнуть дивувати.

Truly a mixed bag. The highs like the title track are really great, fun, a little funky, danceable, great. But a lot of the meat is pretty bland and forgettable melding into one big pile. It’s good. It just never dips both toes into great

hat ganz gut angfangen aber war dann doch nit soo special. 3.5

love it

Post Punk / New Wave from Scotland. There's some Reggae and Dub influences here and there, plus some fun synth. Overall, it's quirky and enjoyable. Nothing more to say about it. 3.5/5

Not good, but there are worse.

Scottish proto indie had some potential but didn’t reach it with this

Really caught in the middle on this one. I vowed to rate all of the albums I like in some capacity a four out of five to counterbalance the growing number of one stars on my list, but also to avoid another A Wizard/A True Star debacle (seriously, what the hell was I thinking giving that album only a THREE out of five???). However, was this really an album I liked? It's pretty good instrumentally - way above the standard for new wave, but the lyrics and vocals are incredibly shit. I'll take the gamble. It's good, but not nearly good enough. I think the parts I dislike about this album will permanently gatekeep me from ever liking it, and it isn't nearly as conceptual as all of the other albums that I've lowballed in the past. That being said, this is quite possibly the only new wave album I'll ever like. Uhhhhh. Okay, I'll heads or tails it. Heads is a 3 and tails is a 4

The first song filled me with hope. I liked it even though it felt like a ripoff of The Smiths. But then the rest of the album devolved into nonsense. 2/5

The distinct voice of Edwin Collins carries you along in a sea of blissful happiness - a worthy listen - a couple of classic tracks in there but such a joyful record

Un album qui m'a laissé plutôt de glace sur le coup, avec ses influences afro-américaines, mais en lisant et en me replaçant dans un contexte de 1982, je peux comprendre qu'il ait eu une grande influence sur des groupes que j'ai préférés par la suite

Favourites: A Million Pleading Faces

Very David Byrne/Talking Heads. Great listen.

Great! Album! Thought a little about Bowie

Love this era of music

Just no. The instrument were meh but the vocals were awful. Nothing that I particularly liked here. Can’t even pick a stand out song

The Good: Who doesn’t like a nice glass of orange juice? The Bad: That they could have added some gin… The Ugly: Guess naming your band Screwdriver wasn’t an option… What was in the water in Scotland in the late ‘70s to early ‘80s? I’ve had two Scottish bands, from that era, presented to me on this list, whom I’d never heard of before, and in both cases make me wish I could travel back in time and become a massive fan-boy! The other band being The Associates with their album Sulk! The production quality on this album is great, the sounds they generate are wonderful and something that would be hard to find today as there is a lack of heavy bass. And some of the invited musicians are just incredible—I can’t get enough of the saxophone solo at the end of I Can’t Help Myself! People write that they hear Talking Heads in the music, and I have to agree that there is definitely a similarity at times, and not to mention the fact that the opening track sounds like Chic more than anything… or the afro-beat on several of the tracks. I don’t know, I guess I am getting sentimental at an advanced age, yearning back to a time when the future, though gloom with nuclear threats from commie bastards, still looked bright enough to have one too many bands create great music… unlike the repetitive, uninspired crap that is generated on a conveyor belt and spat out at us via tik-tok or whatever them youngsters use today to get their fix in... Post Punk… what a treat!!! 5*

Something about British singers in this time period always sound like they're doing some kind of lounge singer impression to me. 2.5 stars

Plucky and 80s-tastic

Loved it. Will listen again.

Look this was fine but if I was on my deathbed and you rushed into the room and told me I had to listen to this album before I died. And if somehow, either by medical science or perhaps even by the help of a mysterious higher power, I was able to stave off the icy hand of death just long enough to listen to “Rip it up” by Orange Juice I’d be so disappointed that I would welcome whatever was waiting for me on the other side.

Scottish Post-Punk is just another way to say UK Britpop, which this list is sorely lacking. Because, why have albums from actual influential post-punk bands when you can cram an utterly unforgettable album from a band whose Wikipedia page can fit on a matchbook? 1/5

Pretty good album but if I hadn’t heard it before I died, I probably wouldn’t have cared

A good pop effort. I liked the rhythmic variety. A bit of world/carribbean flavour. Having said that, none of the songs have stuck with me.

Pleasant :) One for the jangle pop enjoyers Rip it Up- Punchy opening! Seems like they're leading with the single. It's kind of cute that this is the one song all the members are listed as writers on A Million Pleading Faces- Wow was not expecting that, immediately checked and the member who wrote this one is from Zimbabwe. Mud in your Eye- I think I prefer the higher energy songs on first listen, but still easy listening. Dreamy Turn Away- I forgot to write one for this Breakfast Time- I like this one on principle. This guy gets it. It's breakfast time Flesh Of my Flesh- s a s s y Louise Louise- didn't do a ton for me Hokoyo- I also forgot to write one for this Tenterhook- started digging it more in the second half as it felt more psychedelic A lot of variety to pack into an album, maybe a little front loaded but overall an enjoyable listen. I like the funky synths and would go back for round 2 with this one at work. You could probably make some comparisons to The Talking Heads, there's a lot of crossover you can enjoy between one and the other. Frankly it's nice to have mellow music. I wish I could have given it 3.5 but I'll settle for 4 for the sake of being contrarian because I see you all TRASHING this for no good reason

I don't like the singing, funky tho

wowie

Cute! I don't think this inspires as much devotion in me as it apparently did for Simon Reynolds, but a nice surprise for a daily album Favorite tracks: "Mud In Your Eye", "Flesh of My Flesh" Least favorites: "Breakfast Time", "Louise Louise"

don't really have much to say. i think it was just some guys fucking around or something, busting out the triangle, the guiro, just for a laugh. whatever

I'd say that it's a pretty unremarkable album, one that has been lost in time to the wayside of better artists, it has good instrumentation, but I feel like it has a Morrissey wannabe without having the lyrical prowess of Moz. However it does not have the magic of Marr too. Bongos to fill up the sound at times was a good decision. Having synth sax was not, do the real thing.

I like orange juice. I hate Orange Juice. Fermented, off putting, and pulpless. It was a drag to get through.

The Manyika tracks are the highlight for me. The rest is crazy bland and boring.

Rip It Up is a charming album with plenty of personality, blending funk, pop, and post-punk into a quirky package. While it has some standout moments, the album feels inconsistent, leaving me with mixed feelings overall. the guitar work is absolutely brilliant. From the jangly, upbeat strums to the more intricate riffs, it's clear that this is a key strength of the album. Every track benefits from the dynamic guitar play, and it's one of the elements that keeps me coming back to it. I really can’t get enough of it. The drums also stand out in a good way. They're simple yet incredibly effective, driving the rhythm without ever overshadowing the other elements. They keep things grounded, allowing the guitars and vocals to shine through, which is exactly what I want from a rhythm section. However, the vocals are where I feel the album falls flat. They're just bang average—there's nothing that really grabs my attention or makes them stand out. They’re fine at first, but as the album progresses, they just get more and more annoying. The monotone delivery, combined with the lack of any real emotion or character, becomes grating as time goes on, making some tracks feel like they drag unnecessarily. They're serviceable, but nothing special, and it leaves the overall vibe feeling a bit lackluster. Another big downside for me is the fake horns. I really dislike them—they sound so artificial, and they take away from the authenticity of the tracks. It’s a shame, because I feel like the album could’ve benefited from more organic instrumentation In terms of production, it’s solid, but not without its flaws. The mix is clean, but it feels a little too polished for the sound they’re going for. I was hoping for something with a bit more grit, something that could have made the album feel more raw or urgent. It doesn’t have the rough edges that would have made it stand out in the post-punk genre. Tracks like "Hokoyo" and "I Can't Help Myself" show the band's potential, but in the end, Rip It Up just feels average. It’s an album I can appreciate, but not one I feel the need to return to on repeat. It’s a decent listen, but there’s a lot more out there that does it better. Just about a 2.5

Horrendously boring. I turned it off 40 seconds in before I knew what I was doing because I knew instinctively that this was just not my jam. Who decides these albums and why do they like Morrissey so much? The Funko Pops of post-punk. The guitar was the standout of it all. Loved what they were doing. Some neat bass lines every now and again (including yes, the early TB303 usage). The vocalist did it no favours. Drummer sounded like they learned how to play while recording.

The songs were awesome when the vocals ended and they were just having fun at the end. I think this album gave me covid

fun, enjoyable, the bright melodic guitar twang and funk experimentation bring a lot to the vibe heavier, the back half is much stronger than the first half. Orange juice does a lot right when it comes to the fundamentals of 'Jangle Pop', that fusion of new wave, post-punk. I wouldn't've put it on the list, but I can see why it's here, and who it inspired. I never would've heard it otherwise and I'm thankful for that. Strong 6/light 7.

5/10 It’s fine. This is probably one of those records that was very influential to people before 1985, but in retrospect becomes less impressive as the years go on. The guitars and drumming are pretty decent, there’s a lot of interesting ideas on here that I guess you could say were fresh for the time, but I struggle to retain anything past the first track. If anything it probably does a decent enough job of padding out record sections at thrift stores. the glove didn’t fit!!!

Theirs some cool production on this album but I just can't get into it because of thr vocals. The main vocalist sounds like he's always on the verge of sneezing

It's lush and well crafted. It has its moments, just not my cup of tea. Too lush, too smooth, too boring. 2.5 stars

kinda boring but kinda good too

Mycket bra

I feel like I'm never cool enough to "get" bands like this. Not my thing.

I don't hate this. Breakfast Time is a fun jam. The sax on Can't Help Myself! Let's goooo.

The two big singles are bangers. everything else is a little bit 80's bland for my taste so only a 2... not quite a 3

Rip It Up I’m pretty sure I’ve given this a go in the past, probably after watching a BBC4 documentary about Postcard Records, and aside from the obviously well known title track and I Can’t Help Myself I can’t recall much about it. Listening now though I find it strange that I don’t remember much of it as it’s a pretty great little album. I can understand how the clear notes of feyness and tweeness might be off putting, but I really enjoyed their slightly quirky vibe, a kind of pale Scottish guitar band who clearly listen to a lot of Talking Heads, Disco and Afrobeat, but aren’t quite able to nail the funk element, resulting and something that is neither quite jangly guitar pop nor disco-funk, sitting attractively somewhere between the two. Rip it Up is a great example of that, I love how they wanted to do a Chic/Disco influenced track, and while you can hear that, it comes out as a far less muscular and more delightful bit of Scottish indie, with some great bits of squelchy synth whimsy and it really is a superb song, a brilliant bit of pop music. A Million Pleading Faces is excellent too, toe tappingly good with some great little guitar runs and a great Afro-groove. Mud in Your Eye's first two drum beats sound a lot like Tusk, before it goes into a very nice New Wave Soul hybrid, kind of like Elvis Costello but with less wired abrasion. Turn Away has more of the New Wave, Talking Heads vibe, and Breakfast Time has a nice amount of reggae edge to it, kind of Specials-y but less sure footed, in a good way. I Can’t Help Myself is another great bit of disco-jangle pop, again the feeling Chic gets fed in one end and something pleasingly odd and catchy comes out the other end. There is a bit of a sense of drift towards the conclusion after the excellent first 6 tracks, but I do like the horn embellishments of Flesh of My Flesh, and Louise Louise has some great harmonies and Hokoyo is another great Afrobeat bop. This is a solid 4, a great little album, not perfect, but a very enjoyable listen with plenty of charm and idiosyncrasy and enough going on musically to make me want to come back to it. 🧃🧃🧃🧃 Playlist submission: Rip it Up

They're cool, they're breezy, they're VH1's dream. Nit just your typical 80s new wave rock, meld quite a few influences from jangle pop, new wave, afrobeat, blue-eyed soul. I very much enjoyed it without being blown away. The highest of threes.

Tvö góð lög við aðra hlustun, svo sæmilegur filler. Vil þeim ekkert illt svo þetta flýgur upp í þrist.

все мои мысли к следующему дню сгорают. вот мысль: пост-панк из 80х не звучит как жанр который я бы назвала пост-панк, иц файн

## In-Depth Review of *Rip It Up* by Orange Juice *Rip It Up*, released in November 1982, stands as a seminal album in the post-punk and new wave genres, showcasing the evolution of Scottish band Orange Juice. This review delves into the album's lyrics, music, production, themes, and its influence on subsequent musical landscapes while weighing its pros and cons. ### Lyrics The lyrical content of *Rip It Up* is marked by Edwyn Collins' unique ability to blend wit with poignant reflections on love and youth. The title track opens with a catchy, upbeat declaration that captures the essence of youthful exuberance and desire. Lines like "I hope to God you're not as dumb as you make out" showcase Collins' knack for humor intertwined with romantic longing. In tracks such as "Flesh of My Flesh," Collins employs clever wordplay and vivid imagery, exemplified by the line “Here’s a penny for your thoughts; incidentally, you may keep the change.” This lyric encapsulates a blend of sarcasm and sincerity, revealing a deeper emotional undercurrent beneath the catchy melodies. The album traverses various emotional landscapes, from the playful yet melancholic "Breakfast Time," which hints at darker undertones, to the introspective "Tenterhook." The lyrics often reflect themes of unrequited love and adolescent confusion, resonating with listeners through their relatability and depth. ### Music Musically, *Rip It Up* is a vibrant amalgamation of genres, incorporating elements of funk, disco, and rock. The title track features an infectious groove characterized by Nile Rodgers-style guitar riffs and a prominent bassline that evokes both danceability and sophistication. This blend of styles is indicative of the band's willingness to experiment beyond the confines of traditional post-punk. The album showcases a variety of musical influences: - **"A Million Pleading Faces"** introduces Afrobeat rhythms through Zeke Manyika's drumming, highlighting the band's diverse sound palette. - **"Mud in Your Eye"** features an organ reminiscent of Marvin Gaye’s work, creating a soulful atmosphere that contrasts with Collins' deadpan delivery. - **"I Can't Help Myself"** stands out for its playful lyrical references and catchy hooks, making it one of the album's most memorable tracks. The production quality is notable; Martin Hayles’ work adds layers of texture through synthesizers and brass instruments, enhancing the overall sonic experience. The lush arrangements complement Collins' distinctive vocal style, which oscillates between earnestness and irony. ### Production The production on *Rip It Up* marks a significant departure from Orange Juice's debut album. Recorded at Berwick Street Studios in London, the album features contributions from various musicians that enrich its sound. The inclusion of saxophone played by Dick Morrissey and flugelhorn by Martin Drover adds jazz influences that further diversify the band’s sound. While some critics initially perceived this polished production as a compromise to commercialism—given that it was released under Polydor Records—it ultimately serves to elevate the band's artistry. The result is an album that feels both accessible and innovative, bridging indie sensibilities with mainstream appeal. ### Themes Thematically, *Rip It Up* explores youth culture's complexities—love, identity, and self-discovery are central motifs throughout the album. The juxtaposition of upbeat melodies with introspective lyrics creates a sense of conflict that resonates deeply with listeners navigating their own experiences. Key themes include: - **Unrequited Love:** Many tracks reflect on longing and desire, capturing the bittersweet nature of young relationships. - **Identity:** The lyrics often question self-perception and societal expectations, mirroring the struggles faced during adolescence. - **Nostalgia:** There’s an underlying sense of looking back at youthful experiences with both fondness and regret. ### Influence Upon its release, *Rip It Up* garnered significant attention in both UK and US markets. Its innovative fusion of styles has influenced numerous artists across genres, paving the way for bands like Pulp and Radiohead to explore similar thematic depths within their music. Critics have noted how Orange Juice’s sound anticipated trends that would later dominate pop music in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The album's blend of funk-infused pop with introspective lyrics has been cited as a precursor to Britpop’s emergence in the UK music scene. ### Pros and Cons #### Pros - **Innovative Sound:** The album successfully fuses various musical styles while maintaining a cohesive sound. - **Witty Lyrics:** Collins’ clever wordplay elevates the lyrical content beyond typical pop fare. - **Production Quality:** High-quality production enhances listening experience without sacrificing artistic integrity. - **Cultural Impact:** The album has left a lasting legacy on indie pop and rock music. #### Cons - **Initial Reception:** Some critics viewed it as a sellout due to its polished production and major label backing. - **Inconsistency:** While many tracks shine brightly, some songs may feel less impactful compared to standout hits. - **Niche Appeal:** Its eclectic style may not resonate with all listeners accustomed to more conventional pop structures. ### Conclusion *Rip It Up* by Orange Juice remains a landmark achievement in 1980s music. Its combination of infectious melodies, witty lyrics, and innovative production not only defined an era but also laid groundwork for future musical explorations. While it faced criticism upon release for its commercial leanings, time has proven it to be an essential listen for anyone interested in the evolution of pop music. Through its exploration of youthful themes wrapped in vibrant soundscapes, *Rip It Up* continues to captivate audiences decades after its initial release.

Ok

Nothing special. Doesn't hurt either.

Album is OK although not particularly interesting. You can hear the influence it had on bands that came after.

Funky Disco New Wave

Wow! It seems like a couple of Caribbean dudes left to Scotland and published a record back in 1980 - or maybe it’s the Talking Heads in disguise? 3.5/5

Eh

Call me ignorant, but not even a little what I had in mind when I read “post-punk Scottish Band.” It was delightful! Fun and bouncy and the whole album made me happy to listen to. Reminds me a lot of early ska bands in the 90’s/00’s.

This band sounds like what you'd get if Morrissey had a frontal lobe lobotomy and teamed up with a mediocre Talking Heads cover band. The odd thing is I didn't hate it. 2.5.

The first track almost had me interested. Then the second track came on. And there was no recovery.

Fine. Wasn't a big fan of his voice.

This was very strange. His voice sounds like a parody I heard in a movie or something. But if I can get past the vocals, I do like some of what's here. And I never thought of turning it off, so it has that going for it.

Not the worst 80's record. Certainly not the best either. 2.5/5

groovy

groovy and mellow album that stays funky while still maintain a sort of nostalgic and ethereal atmosphere. Lead singer reminds me of a-ha.

Not offensive

The horns, particularly the saxes, on this album are pretty dope. I Can't Help Myself is a standout for having a great, energetic sax solo that tows the line between rock- and jazz-style improv. But the main downside is the really terrible singing that's apparently ubiquitous to punk and post-punk. Songs that are otherwise good, like Tenterhooks and Louise Louise, are marred significantly by the animalistic moaning and groaning of lead vocalist Edwyn Collins. It's reduces the music to a product of its time rather than anything revolutionary or noteworthy. And that's disappointing, because the guitar and horns are darn good. Highlights, including Rip It Up and I Can't Help Myself, have a clean 80s-esque sound that partially distracts from the horrific singing. Rip It Up contains a prominent bass synth that defines the whole song and is reasonably catchy, especially when taken with the higher, melodic synths and almost reggae-esque guitar lines. Flesh Of My Flesh has a notable percussion section, blending well with the pretty trumpet lines throughout the song. I Can't Help Myself is energetic and again brings a Caribbean sound to the table. I do wish the chords were more complex on many of these pieces, because after a while the I-IV-I-IV-... changes get stale. Combine that with the singing (which is bad), and I can't justifiably give this album higher than a 2. But there's potential here. 2/5 Key tracks: I Can't Help Myself, Flesh of My Flesh, Rip It Up

An interesting album, I liked Louise Louise.

Not for me

Pretty smooth, but still had some juicy bits 🍊

Like this. Talking heads-y.

Interesting at times.

I was only familiar with the title track before listening, but there are some hidden gems on here! It was like a soup of Talking Heads, Chic and Velvet Underground and the 45ish minutes flew by

This is right in my wheelhouse sound-wise, but it just comes across as a Talking Heads/David Bowie tribute band. Not at all original.

Classic album what more can you say.

Fun! I had never heard of them. Especially the first songon the album is an instant new wave classic. The rest of the album doesn't live up to the expectations set by the first song imo

Meh

The vocals ruin a lot of it. I enjoyed some of the songs, but completely forgettable otherwise.

Deze band krijgt behoorlijk veel zure opmerkingen over zich heen, die ik enigszins begrijp. Maar die punten - van 'slappe instrumentatie' tot een 'erbarmelijke zeurstem' - leveren bij mij geen ergernissen op. Integendeel zelfs, ik heb Orange Juice en Edwyn Collins best hoog zitten. Hij is seizoensmatig niet heel goed getimed, zo op Sinterklaasdag. Het is voor mij pure lente, deze cheesy jangle pop. Maar hoewel het erg kazig is, vind ik dat in de muziek genoeg vernuft en geinige handigheidjes verstopt zitten om het af te doen als een typische, simpele 80s band. Het gevoel voor groove is van Talking Heads-niveau, de hooks met de blazers zorgen er voor dat de nummers nog even blijven kleven in je hoofd na het album af is gelopen, en de Zimbabwaanse ritmes zijn opbeurend. Heb me toch wel echt vermaakt met dit album, en ik denk dat de meeste mensen niet verder keken dan hun neus lang was. Ook denk ik dat het muziek is die een verregaande invloed heeft gehad op hedendaagse indie pop, misschien wel meer dan tijdsgenoten. Kijk de albumhoes ook, dat is elke indieband van nu. 8/10 Highlights: Rip It Up A Million Pleading Faces Turn Away (Goeie Josef K cover) I Can't Help Myself

Wat een slap aftreksel van the Talking Heads. Klinkt als een coverbandje dat alleen beschikking had over speelgoedinstrumenten. I Can't Help Myself is het nummer met de meeste potentie, wat zo in het Talking Heads repertoire zou passen. Echter zingt de zanger als Byrne met een dubbele dronken tong. De synths zijn super bloopy. Dat lag overigens niet aan de tijd, New Order ging al hartstikke hard rond in die jaren. En een saxofoon solo? Par-don?? Ternauwernood een voldoende. 5,5/10 Highlights I Can't Help Myself

Not a terrible way to start the morning.

These guys were really into I Zimbra.

Awful drivel

A groovy Scottish jangle pop album that sounds oddly like it's from the Australian rock scene. Made to be played in the summer.

DAMN it was good. It felt modern while being from some time ago. It was excellent

4/5. This was a pretty fun album with a unique sound, providing that diverse sound David Bowie and the Talking Heads started. Each song sounds slightly different while still keeping that accessible danceable beat throughout. There always feels like there is a dark undertone here, just underneath the surface. It's not perfect but it is chill. This is a great album to throw on whenever, a great pick for this list. Best Song: Rip It Up, I Can't Help Myself, Hokoyo

:0 how is it that Scottish post-punk on this list still has the ability to surprise me Even though it’s a chill, groovy album, there’s enough outside-the-box genre bending to keep it from stagnating The Associates 🤝 Vampire Weekend

Rip it up was definitely a song I danced to in the 80’s. Enjoyed the album

Another Brit-pop-y album, a bit better than most that I've heard, but I'm still puzzled on why this made the list?

# 372 : When your only claim to fame is that you are in this list…

Some cracking songs especially Rip It Up but largely floated by

My ex wife liked this lot so what do you expect? 1/5 24/11/24

Didn't 💕 it, didn't hate it. Kinda boring

The Clash meets The Cure and falls in love with Blondie is the only way I can describe Orange Juice. Decent new wave sound, solid bass lines. Would make a great John Hughes soundtrack.

In other circumstances I would have turned it off the very moment he opened his mouth. How come lisp is not a keyword

The last song managed to turn my opinion on this. I like that song

Pretty cool album, reminded me of Talking Heads

Frag nicht was für Saft

I really love the sound of this one compared to other similar albums I've listened to. Something about it just makes it a lot more fun to listen to. It feels unique and catchy. My favorites were Turn Away, I Can't Help Myself, and Hokoyo.

I thought this one was pretty good. I really liked when the saxophone snuck its way in there. Some of the instrumentation reminded me of Talking Heads. Favorite songs were Rip It Up, A Million Pleading Faces, I Can’t Help Myself, and Hokoyo.

Title track OK, the rest of the album is an also ran, a bit boring

The production and arrangements make it a rewarding listen from start to finish.

Blunt

Te '80s' naar mijn goesting. Er zitten twee oké nummers in (rip it up en i can't help myself), maar dat is het ook. 2.5

My favorite thing about this album was not listening to it any longer. Collins’s voice was badly used, the song craft was middling, and the pop-drivel was so beneath reasonable standards.

This is pretty bad. I agree with the guy who complained about the lack of Tool and I don't even like Tool.

this album sucks. the lyrics seem like they're ripped out of a "the smiths" starterpack youtube video at their peak, the singing doesn't fit the music, and the guitar licks are all similar. The only interesting part of this album is the instrumental parts which are sometimes good.

Blind album and artist. Nothing spectacular but nothing bad upon first listen. 1 decent song is their most popular I guess and no other words really. Mid? Am I hip and cool if I say that?

Very forgettable. Very much in that "whiney 80s" genre. There's too much of this type of music on the list, which I guess isn't surprising. Only thing going for this band to set them apart is that they're Scottish and not British. It's not the worst thing on this list by far, but it doesn't need to be here. The title track is the best part, and then it's just downhill from there.

A fun little gem of a record. Kind of like a more Chic’d up English Beat. Equally danceable and British. Turns campy at points, but generally keeps its sense of cool. Not a knock out, but definitely enjoyable.

Love that a lot

Was a vibe, maybe 3.5?? Rip it Up and I Can't Help Myself were really good Hokoyo was groovy but the lyrics/vocals are cooked

It was a vibe, but also a bit unremarkable. Standout tracks were "Rip It Up" and "I Can't Help Myself." 2.5?

Not a big fan

funky little record

- Irgendwie fand ich es nicht schlecht, auf jeden fall ganz stimmungsvoll. - Gehört wohl zum Neo-Pop bzw. so mit zu den ersten Indi-Pop Sachen. Man hört auf jeden Fall aus manchen Songs die Einflüsse auf heutige Indi-Pop Produktionen noch raus. - Einige echt coole Sachen drauf, mit Manchem konnte ich weniger anfangen - Die Einflüsse aus anderen Genres z.B. Reggae, Disco oder Collegerock mochte ich - Finde es witzig, dass Edwyn Collins Sänger der Truppe war, das war mir nicht bewusst. - Tendenziell mal wieder ein Grower bei mir Rating: 3,25-3,5/5

Couple of good tracks in there. Started for feel like the smiths a little bit which is a big no thank you.

the music is ok, but most of the singing is atrocious.

I sorta liked this.

I feel like I heard the opening track somewhere before but can’t really place it.

I'm learning that I hate 80s post-punk/new wave.

Rip up this album, it's trash. High 1.

A little fun, lightweight 80s music to get you through your day.

There is some good playing here, but the choice to sing dramatically the most foolish lyrics ruins several songs. Is that a Scottish thing? Quite a rollercoaster.

One song had a fun horns part but otherwise I was not impressed.

Not bad. Singer's kind of goofy David Byrne-ish sometimes. Other times, he reminds me of Dave Wakeling. Music's decent and varied enough to keep my interest. 3.5*

Put it on my shelf with Pelican West. Not enough there to place it as top 1001, but digging the grooves on “I can’t help myself”.

This reminds me a lot of the talking heads and starts off really strong, but it sort of dies out in the second half. It is still good, but I just wish they made it funkier and more up beat. Mid 4.

Echt heel leuk album, ik ben fan

Grappige sounds Was bang dat t weer rock zou zijn maar is wel lachen muziek dit

started out strong then got annoying

Never heard of it but listening to it makes me happy- maybe because it takes me back to the music of my high school years. Whatever the reason, it’s always exciting discovering new music that I actually like.

Nicely lyrical, fun alt punk

Good listen

Very enjoyable! Never would have found this on my own. 4/5

I could not stand the vocals. Nothing else stood out. No favorites or least favorites because I disliked all of them equally

Cool mix of musical styles. Vocals are just okay.

True rating would be 2.5. It's just so uncommentable. Not bad, not great. Bang bang average.

I like that I didn't know what to expect from song to song. I didn't like the goofy vocals and whatever that foreign language was. A lot of those songs started to get repetitive also.

This is okay. It's a bit weird feeling to me - just in that it seems like a weird mix of pop funk for a British act to pull off, especially with the crooning of Edwyn Collins

Pointless

what happens if the likes of david bowie made new wave instead of experimental art rock? this early alt rock blends the usual new wave sound with a bit of a breezy, almost sunny atmosphere. especially for its time, it's very classy and funky at the same time... it reminds me of 1970s japanese funk music at points, but it makes itself stand out with expressive baritone vocals. it's a shame i haven't heard much of these guys before when it comes to new wave discussion, these guys deserve to be up there with the likes of blondie.

Started and ended fairly well. Not so much in the middle, but as a whole, the album was pretty good.

Not my cup of tea

I want to give this album credit for being wildly creative and diverse in its sound - this is much more unique than a standard new-wave/post-punk album. But it just didn't connect with me as much as I would have liked. Definitely some good moments, but I'm just not a fan of this kind of music. Top tracks: Turn Away, I Can't Help Myself

A refreshing morning drink to rip up your day.

Agradable

A really eclectic sound. A time when white dudes did African music.

This was not interesting.

Inoffensive to a fault and completely unnecessary listening.

Cant help myself hard

Generic 80s synth rock. Not awful but amazing it made this list over some glaring snubs.

Jangle pop. Interesting guitars

Brilliant

Love this band and this album! Reminded me of Talking Heads.

Not as bad as most 80s crap, but still...pretty bad. Cheesy, meaningless songs with jangly guitars, saxophones and synths. Like so much music in the 80s there is just very little depth.

Some very interesting tunes. Some syrupy sweet, others exotic and full of fun.

Some great songs on this. Some of them sound a bit goofy, though. When the lyrics and vocals take themselves seriously I really liked this.

Well the title song is pretty good. The rest of the album sounds like someone doing a bit about an 80s new wave singer. It’s real bad.

Bland and repetitive, I see no reason to come back to them

My friends, this is one mishmash of an album. Starts Pop, goes Reggae, then a little new wave thrown in.. Nothing I’m going to remember, was wavering between 2-3 stars but the last few songs got my toes tapping so three it is.

Album 531 of 1001 Orange Juice - Rip It Up (1982) Rating : 3.5 / 5 Was prepared to not like this but am pleasantly surprised. Classified as New Wave/Post-Punk, this just seems like some simple British Pop which I enjoy (but I hear the New Wave). Seems perfect for the time of release. Release in 1982 but it feels more like 1984.

All right, who gave the Carnival Cruises house band a Talking Heads record?

This was all over the place. Really hated some bits and really loved some others, sometimes bits that were occurring at the same time. There were some incredibly cheesy and cliched 80s synths in the mix, but they were sometimes so cheesy they swung right back into my good books. A lot of fun lyrics as well - I particularly enjoyed ‘A penny for your thoughts. Incidentally you can keep the change’ Some of the more mid-tempo tracks just passed me by but the ones that made an impression were a lot of fun when they weren’t actively annoying me

Great listen

This album takes everything I hated about the 1980s, distils it down into its purest form, then vomits it out over ten appalling tracks. One of the worst albums I've ever heard and fully deserving of a 1 star rating.

3/5

funny vocals, but not for me

Pleasant sound. Vocals and instrumentation. Almost surfy but not quite?? Definitely enjoyable.

I listened to it last night, and outside of the title track which I already knew and loved, wasn’t terribly impressed, but listening again today and paying more attention to the lyrics it really struck how brilliant this is as a deconstruction of the themes and topics of Pop music. The typical track three ballad actually being a breakup/ hate song, all of the playing around with metaphors and interpolations of Buzzcocks songs. I still don’t think it’s entirely essential, but I’m more impressed now than I was last night

Solid.

01) Rip It Up - 8,0 02) A Million Pleading Faces - 7,5 03) Mud in Your Eye - 7,0 04) Turn Away - 7,0 05) Breakfast Time - 7,0 06) I Can't Help Myself - 7,5 07) Flesh of My Flesh - 7,5 08) Louise Louise - 7,0 09) Hokoyo - 6,5 10) Tenterhook - 6,5 TOTAL: 7,15 (72/100) Current ranking: 178/289 This actually sounds better than I thought it would. The album is a bit boring, but at least it's pleasantly boring, not irritatingly boring. Does that make any sense? Ah, who cares... So it's three to four stars boring, not one to two stars boring... There you go!

Gack. I didn't know English bands could do yacht rock. I couldn't get past abbreviated attempts with the first few cuts. A band called Orange Juice should not do a song called Breakfast Time.

Wow. really cool. Far too cool for 1982version of me. Sorry to have missed this guys before. Wide variety of styles. very good mix and vibe.

Post-punk seems to be a blanket term for most rock-ish pop-ish bands of the early 80s but I don’t think it’s a just term. There are so many meanderings away from the genre here. I do love them, however they’re described. Edwyn Collins’ voice is an acquired taste but I was always a fan and Gorgeous George was his definitive solo album. Rip it up was an anthem for its time. You should have seen us run onto that dance floor on hearing those first three notes. I also loved I can’t help myself. Those songs were massive for about 10 years. The whole album had a couple of dips and was a bit ho-hum at times so can’t quite get up to a 5. But young, gifted and Scottish they most certainly were.

I found this difficult to endure.

This was OK. I had never heard of these guys before today, and I liked it well enough, though I can see why it's been forgotten. I'm not sure if it belongs on this list, but I liked it well enough, even though the main singer's voice wasn't my favorite.

I'm a sucker for this 80s British sound in all its nasal glory.

-kind of reminds me of a slightly more antiquated Depeche Mode? I like the instrumentation / slight world music influence, the first few songs were especially good even tho it fell off a little with some songs -Favorites are Rip It Up, A Million Pleading Faces, and I Can’t Help Myself

Hasn't aged well but title track is good!

Great band, sound a lot like Talking Heads

Young Americans on discount Breakfast Time er et highlight

A rare British new wave W for this list. Catchy tunes, good melodies and able musicians.

I was really excited about this after the opening tracks - and while it never became bad, I had a hard time understanding some of the instrumental choices. Maybe it was just a tad too goofy at times?

Pretty solid, not really punk, but moreso Europop.

I think this one is pretty ok. It has a fun vibe and I think the music is well played. This particular style of 80s music is not overly my thing though. I feel like this one COULD grow on me but definitely didn't grab me fully on first listen. I definitely don't dislike it though.

As far as this kind of early 80s synth-based pop-y fakey-crooner ska-ish new-wave a la Madness/Midnight Runners/The Cure/etc I think this is actually pretty ok! It’s def not my genre per se but I’m enjoying this one! I think some of the other music we’ve heard from this era could have taken a lesson from these guys. It’s funny to me to enjoy a band called Orange Juice and to have not enjoyed a properly famous band like The Cure haha

It was fine, I liked a few songs

Not at all what I expected for something billed as Scottish post-punk. But then the band’s name is Orange Juice so what did I expect after all. Certainly not Pet Shop Boys meet Spandau Ballet.

This was very meh.

Top to bottom good

Kinda fun, pretty repetitive.

Lost 80s new wave classic! The drums are fantastic, the horns are beautifully understated, and the eclectic African/Caribbean vibe has something for everyone.

Nice Post-Punk album. Nobody gets harm, nobody is alarmed.

A very unique sound, mixing post-punk with funk and, uh, disco? That sounds kinda awful but I actually think it works, more or less, even if I don’t love some of the production choices. The singer is a bit of an acquired taste, too. I enjoyed it all in all. Best song: Rip It Up

Brings me a surprising amount of joy, and doesnt stick completely with one sound giving it potential to be return worthy after multiple listens.

Generic 80s songs being mumbled by a depressed guy who can't sing 2 ⭐️

This was fairly mediocre. Most songs sounded a bit anemic.

Gear: Hifiman Arya Artwork: 🎸 🎸 🎸 🥁 Mix: 🎧👂🧈 Musik: "We have Talking Heads at home." Talking Heads at home: ☝️ Wertung: 🗣️🗣️/5

This is so close to be a 5. I listened to it constantly today. Rip it Up is brilliant. So many good tunes I'll go very high 4

One great single and a bunch of (occasionally decent) filler - they would score pretty poorly if not for the Scottish bonus point! The title track is great, if perhaps overplayed, but there's nothing else here worth even 3 minutes of your time. Edwyn Collins is interesting though, not least because he was (kind of) a one hit wonder twice over! His recent health struggles and comeback tug the heartstrings too - far more than anything he did with his first band.

The better moments are really funky and a lot of fun - reminiscent of Talking Heads and baggy indie. The rhythm section is having a great time and I enjoyed it. The slower numbers didn’t do anything for me though and I generally struggle with overly ‘80s’ production and post-punk/new-wave vocal style, which definitely tempered my overall enjoyment here.

80s New Wave sound, which I usually don't like. This one feels inventive, and it sounds like they had a lot of fun making it.

Pretty good music, some good drum riffs, but didn't really move me.

It was ok. Has its flaws. I like the African influence in a few songs, and the instrumentals were cool. It was ok.

This shit is terrible. Big no from me.

This was basically white noise to me. Of all of the mediocre post punk I’ve gotten this is the most blandest and boringest of them all which is really saying something after over 1000 albums. Like I can’t even articulate how uninteresting this was.

I really hate post-punk

I really liked the first song. Some of it was forgettable but some of it I really enjoyed.

I don't have much to say about this one, not because it was bad by any means, it's just mostly samey the whole time. Some really solid funky jangle pop. Worth a listen just for how great the title track is.

Only added Louise Louise to the playlist, wasn’t great. Not for me.

Love the 80s sax solos, but very early 80s

This is like a 2. It's okay, I don't hate it, but I don't understand why I needed to listen to this before I died.

Band rocks, vocals suck

Gave me Talking Heads vibes a little. Was a good listen

This is pretty cool

Sounds so dated now. Scottish group, missed them first time around.

Not bad

Miksi termi post-punk tarkoittaa kasarilevyistä puhuttaessa tällaista ihme maailmanmusiikkisoundista brittimusiikkia? Odotan aina jotain vähintään rokimpaa. Tää kuulosti lupaavalta, mutta kokonaisuus oli minusta hyvin sekamelska. Mitä haluatte välittää tällä? Missä olette taitavia? Avausbiisi oli kyllä oikein hyvä sinkku.

Minun on mahdotonta pitää epäonnistuneena levyä, jonka eteen olen valmis näkemään näin paljon vaivaa. Oliko avausbiisi hyvä? Entä se toinen? Jokin heidän ohuessa rock-skeptisyydessään saa minut epäilemään kuulemaani. Mutta kyllä nämä groovet vain toimivat.

I listened to it on repeat when it came up.

Imagine every 80s new wave/art rock trope in one album: melodramatic vocals, funky bass lines, off-putting saxophone solos, and the occasional world beat indulgence. The result is… interesting but not particularly enjoyable.

⭐⭐⭐/5

Nah. Boring.

This started off pretty well, I liked the vibe of it and it seemed pretty funky. But it tailed off towards the end and I felt like it was dragging on. Probably a 2.5 stars but I’ll round to 3