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Split Enz found their place in new wave with True Colours, shedding the eccentricities and excesses of their past in favor of bright, highly memorable, Beatlesque pop.
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Great new wave album which is mostly known for having I Got You it seems and the fact that both of the Finn brothers are on it. Of course there's more albums like that, but you know, one started Crowded House, the other had a cool solo hit, that's cool, especially as the music both did is pretty good and i grew up with some of those songs. And so, this being where they're both on is a cool idea to me and yes, it comes together very well.
I Got You is great and so are Nobody Takes Me Seriously, ... read more
I Got You - 10
Shark Attack - 10
What's The Matter With You - 9.5
Double Happy - 8
I Wouldn't Dream Of It - 8
I Hope I Never - 5
Nobody Takes Me Seriously - 6
Missing Person - 7.5
Poor Boy - 10
How Can I Resist Her - 7
The Choral Sea - 8
I wish I had been introduced to this album a long time ago. I’ve known about Split Enz for years because of their hit track “I Got You,” but this entire album has so much more to offer. The bright synths and sharp hooks give off such an uplifting vibe. It’s the kind of album that can put you in a good mood.
There are also a few instrumental, synth-driven tracks that add a fun, playful, space age feel. And beyond those, there were several moments where I caught elements ... read more
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Track List
| 1 | Shark Attack 2:52 | 81 |
| 2 | I Got You 3:24 | 91 |
| 3 | What's the Matter With You 3:02 | 78 |
| 4 | Double Happy 3:15 | 74 |
| 5 | I Wouldn't Dream of It 3:14 | 83 |
| 6 | I Hope I Never 4:26 | 85 |
| 7 | Nobody Takes Me Seriously 3:24 | 84 |
| 8 | Missing Person 3:32 | 78 |
| 9 | Poor Boy 3:19 | 89 |
| 10 | How Can I Resist Her 3:26 | 83 |
| 11 | The Choral Sea 4:29 | 82 |
Total Length: 38 minutes
