Album Info
| Artist: | David Bowie |
| Album: | Scary Monsters |
| Released: | Australia, Sept 1980 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | It's No Game (Part 1) | 4:17 |
| Translated By [Japanese] - Hisahi Miura | ||
| Voice - Michi Hirota | ||
| A2 | Up The Hill Backwards | 3:13 |
| Acoustic Guitar - Tony Visconti | ||
| A3 | Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps) | 5:10 |
| Acoustic Guitar - Tony Visconti | ||
| A4 | Ashes To Ashes | 4:24 |
| Guitar - Chuck Hammer | ||
| A5 | Fashion | 4:48 |
| B1 | Teenage Wildlife | 6:55 |
| Guitar - Chuck Hammer | ||
| B2 | Scream Like A Baby | 3:35 |
| B3 | Kingdom Come | 3:42 |
| B4 | Because You're Young | 4:51 |
| Guitar - Pete Townshend | ||
| B5 | It's No Game (Part 2) | 4:20 |
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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Description
David Bowie's "Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)" marks a significant milestone in the artist's discography, bridging the gap between his experimental period in the late 70s and his subsequent global mainstream success in the 80s. Released in 1980, the album channels the energy of the punk and new wave scenes into a distinctively Bowie-esque exploration of fear, paranoia, and the gritty underbelly of urban life.
The album is home to the iconic "Ashes to Ashes," a haunting follow-up to Bowie's earlier hit "Space Oddity." The song takes Major Tom's narrative down a darker path, offering an introspective examination of fame and the perils of addiction. Its surreal, visually stunning music video became a defining symbol of the emerging MTV era, forever altering the landscape of music and visual artistry.
Yet, "Ashes to Ashes" is but one gem in this richly textured album. The title track, "Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)," is a masterclass in creating music that is at once unsettling and undeniably catchy, serving as a testament to Bowie's unparalleled craftsmanship. Meanwhile, songs like the Japanese-influenced "It's No Game" underscore Bowie's continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of his art, experimenting with new soundscapes and thematic territories.
From start to finish, "Scary Monsters" showcases the breadth and depth of Bowie's artistry, serving as a captivating snapshot of an artist in transition. It encapsulates the diverse influences that shaped his music during this period, from punk rock's raw energy to new wave's synth-driven sound, all while retaining the unmistakable stamp of Bowie's originality.
"Scary Monsters" is more than an album—it's a testament to Bowie's enduring legacy and his relentless pursuit of artistic innovation. It stands as an integral part of his discography, a record that continues to resonate with listeners, transcending the confines of time and genre.
