Album Info
| Artist: | David Bowie |
| Album: | Let's Dance |
| Released: | Australia, 1983 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Modern Love | 4:46 |
| Lyrics By, Music By - David Bowie | ||
| A2 | China Girl | 5:32 |
| Lyrics By, Music By - David Bowie, Iggy Pop | ||
| A3 | Let's Dance | 7:38 |
| Lyrics By, Music By - David Bowie | ||
| A4 | Without You | 3:08 |
| Bass - Bernard Edwards | ||
| Lyrics By, Music By - David Bowie | ||
| B1 | Ricochet | 5:14 |
| Lyrics By, Music By - David Bowie | ||
| B2 | Criminal World | 4:25 |
| Lyrics By, Music By - Duncan Browne, Peter Godwin, Sean Lyons | ||
| B3 | Cat People (Putting Out Fire) | 5:09 |
| Lyrics By - David Bowie | ||
| Music By - Giorgio Moroder | ||
| B4 | Shake It | 3:49 |
| Lyrics By, Music By - David Bowie |
Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store
- We are a small independent record store located at 91 Plenty Rd, Preston in Melbourne's North (Australia)
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- Free Shipping for orders $125 and over.
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- We also ship internationally - prices vary depending on weight and location.
- We ship vinyls in thick, rigid carboard mailers with a crushable zone on either side, and for extra safety we bubble wrap the records.
- We almost always ship your vinyl next business day (excluding pre orders)
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Description
David Bowie's "Let's Dance" marked a significant evolution in the artist's repertoire, propelling him into the realm of mainstream pop and dance music. As his fifteenth studio album, it signified a departure from the experimental soundscapes that had characterized much of his earlier work. Instead, it saw Bowie embracing the vibrant aesthetics and groovy rhythm of 80s pop and dance music, resulting in an album that was both a commercial success and a definitive soundtrack of the era.
Produced by Nile Rodgers of Chic fame, "Let's Dance" skillfully merges Bowie's unique artistic sensibility with the funky, infectious energy of dance music. The title track, "Let's Dance," stands as a shining example of this fusion. Combining Bowie's haunting vocals with the driving rhythm of the track and the scintillating guitar work of a young Stevie Ray Vaughan, it crafts an irresistible sonic invitation to the dance floor.
Equally impressive is "China Girl," a song co-written by Iggy Pop, which undergoes a transformative, radio-friendly makeover in this album. Against a backdrop of catchy, almost hypnotic melody, Bowie's vocals convey a spectrum of complex emotions, solidifying the track's appeal and ensuring its longevity.
Despite the commercial success of "Let's Dance," it did stir controversy among Bowie's longtime fans, who lamented the departure from the depth and experimentation that had defined his previous work. Yet, the album underscores Bowie's artistic versatility, his innate ability to navigate and excel in diverse musical genres while imprinting them with his unique signature.
In its entirety, "Let's Dance" is not just an album; it is a musical statement, a testament to Bowie's ever-evolving artistic journey. It stands as a seminal 80s album, capturing the essence of the era while underscoring Bowie's chameleon-like ability to constantly adapt, innovate, and, above all, surprise.