The sweet temptation of new wave pop
The Cars show the coexistence of catchy melodies and chilling synth sounds.
Ric Ocasek's distinctive vocal style, combined with Roy Thomas Baker's production, creates a sophisticated pop sound. Tracks like "Let's Go" have simple yet addictive hooks that dominated the radio scene at the time. This album epitomizes the commercial success of new wave.
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A:
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1)
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Let's Go
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2)
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Since I Held You
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3)
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It's All I Can Do
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4)
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Double Life
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5)
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Shoo Be Doo
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6)
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Candy-O
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B:
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1)
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Night Spots
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2)
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You Can't Hold On Too Long
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3)
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Lust For Kicks
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4)
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Got A Lot On My Head
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5)
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Dangerous Type
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Vocals, Rhythm Guitar - Ric Ocasek
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Written-By - Ric Ocasek
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Producer - Roy Thomas Baker
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Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals - Elliot Easton
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Engineer - Geoff Workman
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Engineer [Assistant] - George Tutko
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Keyboards, Percussion, Saxophone, Backing Vocals - Greg Hawkes
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Mastered By - George Marino
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Drums, Percussion - David Robinson (3)
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Vocals, Bass Guitar - Benjamin Orr
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Cover, Painting - Alberto Vargas
