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Mental Notes
Reggae / Dub · 1985 · 10 tracks

Mental Notes

Bad Manners

A glossy mid-80s evolution of 2-Tone ska. Raspy vocals meet bright synthesizers and punchy brass for a polished, energetic take on British pop-reggae.

1985 · Portrait

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A high-spirited blend of working-class grit and mid-80s pop optimism.

Tracklist · 10 Tracks
01
What the Papers Say
02
Blue Summer
03
Body Talk
04
Tossin’ in My Sleep
05
Tie Me Up
06
Bang the Drum All Day
07
Destination Unknown
08
Mountain of Love
09
Work
10
Saturday Night
Moments Worth Listening For
The bright, punchy horn hook that opens What the Papers Say, signaling a more polished pop direction.
Buster Bloodvessel's gravelly delivery contrasting against the surprisingly smooth synth textures of Blue Summer.
The frantic, uninhibited energy of the Todd Rundgren cover Bang the Drum All Day, recapturing their classic rowdiness.

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