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All Mixed Up

Alexander O'Neal · 1987

67 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท funk ยท new wave

A vibrant blend of R&B grooves and synth-pop textures that dance through the club scene of the late '80s.

All Mixed Up is an album by Alexander O'Neal, released in 1987. A vibrant blend of R&B grooves and synth-pop textures that dance through the club scene of the late '80s. This album played a significant role in popularizing remixes during the late '80s, showcasing O'Neal's smooth vocals and danceability. Notably, tracks like 'Criticize' received extensive radio play and charted well, further solidifying O'Neal's presence in the emerging dance music landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does All Mixed Up sound like?

A vibrant blend of R&B grooves and synth-pop textures that dance through the club scene of the late '80s. Rooted in contemporary R&B and funk.

What makes All Mixed Up by Alexander O'Neal notable?

This album played a significant role in popularizing remixes during the late '80s, showcasing O'Neal's smooth vocals and danceability. Notably, tracks like 'Criticize' received extensive radio play and charted well, further solidifying O'Neal's presence in the emerging dance music landscape. Released in 1987, 'All Mixed Up' was Alexander O'Neal's first remix album following his critically acclaimed debut, 'Hearsay'. At this point in his career, O'Neal was gaining traction in the contemporary R&B and funk scenes, leveraging remixes to expand his audience and showcase his hits in new dance-friendly formats.

How many songs are on All Mixed Up?

All Mixed Up has 10 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·67:37

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fake 88 (House mix) 6:58
  • 2 (What Can I Say) To Make You Love Me (Hateful Club mix) Standout 6:47
  • 3 Never Knew Love Like This (extended version) Standout 5:38
  • 4 Criticize (Ben Liebrand remix) Standout 7:24
  • 5 The Lovers (extended version) 7:02
  • 6 Criticize (remix) 7:02
  • 7 (What Can I Say) To Make You Love Me (Ben Liebrand remix) 6:41
  • 8 Fake (extended version) 5:18
  • 9 You Were Meant to Be My Lady (88 Keith Cohen Extended remix) 6:44
  • 10 Innocent (88 Keith Cohen House mix) 7:59

Release Date

January 1, 1987

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

67 min 37 sec