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 "Harden My Heart," the single that drove the album, has that dated sound ... but it’s still splendid at the same time.

 The remaining songs aren’t dismissible and even include a couple of gems, thus granting the album a substantially successful work certificate.

This review revisits Quarterflash's 1981 debut album, highlighting its standout single 'Harden My Heart' and the band's distinctive saxophone-driven sound. While some tracks falter, several gems shine through, making it a solid and nostalgic classic rock record. The album blends pop rock and AOR elements with well-crafted production evocative of early '80s America. Though the band's later work dipped in quality, this debut remains a noteworthy slice of musical history. Listen to Quarterflash’s debut and rediscover the timeless charm of 'Harden My Heart' and early '80s pop rock gems!

 Almost nothing seems to work on this album; 'magically' even the Hipgnosis cover art turns out to be one of their least successful.

 'Look Hear' finds the band in a moment of creative impasse and stylistic doubts.

The review discusses 10cc's 1980 album 'Look Hear?' as a low point in their discography, marked by uninspired songwriting and stylistic uncertainty during a changing music scene. While production and vocal harmonies remain strong, most tracks fail to deliver memorable moments. Only a few songs like 'I Took You Home' and 'Dressed To Kill' offer some appeal. Overall, the album is recommended mainly for devoted fans and collectors. Explore 'Look Hear?' to hear 10cc's challenging phase—listen now and decide if it’s a hidden gem or a creative misstep.

 "El Loco can be considered the most creative album of the trio, thanks to the variety of approaches within the individual tracks."

 "The true strength of El Loco is its informal and laid-back atmosphere... almost relaxed, I would say."

ZZ Top's 1981 album El Loco is an often overlooked but creatively adventurous work. Influenced by early 80s synth-pop and punk, it blends various styles while retaining the band's blues roots. Despite its unevenness and less polished production, it offers quirky tracks and melodic ballads. Though not a top-tier album, it serves as a fascinating transitional chapter before their breakthrough with Eliminator. Explore ZZ Top’s unique 1981 El Loco album—listen now and discover their creative evolution!

 "A well-structured work, extremely precise, imbued with colorful music."

 "They deserved more recognition in the modern rock landscape; currently, they are practically almost entirely removed from the memory of the music scene."

This review highlights Martha and the Muffins' 'Danseparc' as a well-crafted, vibrant album from 1983 that skillfully fuses new wave, funk, and electronic elements. The band is praised for its precise production and catchy rhythms, drawing comparisons to Talking Heads and The B52's. Despite their quality, the band remains largely overlooked today. The remastered album benefits from Daniel Lanois' mixing, delivering a bright and clean sound. Discover the vibrant synth-new wave sounds of 'Danseparc' and explore a hidden classic from the 80s Canadian scene.

 A (not so) rare case where the outtakes are, on average, more successful than the official tracks.

 One should just listen and appreciate the successful mix of irreverence and catchy synth-pop melodies from the band... and in this sense, they do not disappoint.

This 2013 release comprises outtakes from Devo's 2010 album 'Something for Everybody,' presenting a slightly better and more enjoyable collection. Stylistically, it blends electronic and quirky elements reminiscent of their earlier work. Key tracks like 'Raise Your Hands' and 'Message of Hope' demonstrate strong synth-driven melodies and solid vocals. Although not a masterpiece, it offers a consistent and fresh addition for Devo fans and synth-pop listeners. Overall, it's a rare case where outtakes outshine the original album. Listen to 'Something Else for Everybody' to experience Devo's best outtakes and rediscover their iconic synth-pop sound!

 The last album is not to be despised. In short, a beautiful swan song in full fashion.

 Phobia is an album perhaps too long and without big quirks but at the same time solid and of generally good quality.

Phobia is The Kinks' last studio album, blending hard rock and ballads with solid production. Though not as iconic as their 60s work, it remains a respectable and stylistically fitting farewell. The album showcases the band's strengths in melody and songwriting, despite some filler tracks. It serves as a graceful conclusion to the Davies brothers' storied career. Explore The Kinks' final studio album Phobia and experience a solid rock farewell with memorable tracks and timeless melodies.

 'Shout' is a pale simulacrum of their more successful works, an empty box well adorned externally with fashionable electronic sounds but totally lacking in substance.

 Instead of playing their ideas and their album WITH the Fairlight, they let themselves be carried away and guided BY the Fairlight.

Devo's 1984 album 'Shout' represents a significant downturn in the band's career, marked by overuse of electronic instruments and weak songwriting. While a few tracks show glimpses of their former creativity, the album overall is scattered, noisy, and lacks the sharpness of earlier works. The heavy reliance on the Fairlight synthesizer led to an uninspired sound that alienated fans. 'Shout' remains a disappointing release suited only for die-hard collectors. Discover why Devo's 'Shout' divides fans—listen and decide for yourself!

 'The classic album that to be “saved” needs to be listened to immersing oneself in the era in which it was released.'

 'What ultimately saves the album is that the production is as lively as in the good old times… unfortunately, it’s the quality of the melodies and arrangements that is subdued in at least half of the tracks.'

Released in 1986, 'Bouncing Off The Satellites' marks one of The B-52s' most troubled albums, heavily affected by Ricky Wilson's death. The album shows signs of fatigue, with many tracks bland and diluted by 80s synth elements. However, the latter half offers some redeeming, familiar B-52s sounds. Overall, it is a mediocre but still somewhat listenable record that captures its era's synth-dance style. Dive into The B-52s' 'Bouncing Off The Satellites' and discover the hidden gems of this challenging 80s synth-dance album.