Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)
David Bowie · 1980
45 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · hard rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of new wave and avant-garde sensibilities wrapped in haunting melodies and sharp lyrics.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- haunting melodies with sharp lyrics playful irreverence in musical themes dynamic shifts between tracks
- Context
- Released on September 12, 1980, 'Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)' marked David Bowie's return to the forefront after a brief hiatus following his Berlin Trilogy. This album was pivotal as it represented his artistic reinvention, combining pop accessibility with avant-garde experimentation, positioning Bowie for a successful new decade.
- If you like
- alternative rock, electronic, hard rock
Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) is an album by David Bowie, released in 1980. A kaleidoscopic blend of new wave and avant-garde sensibilities wrapped in haunting melodies and sharp lyrics. 'Scary Monsters' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Bowie's status in the music industry. The single 'Ashes to Ashes' became one of his most iconic songs, praised for its innovative sound and critical acclaim, influencing a generation of artists in the post-punk scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of new wave and avant-garde sensibilities wrapped in haunting melodies and sharp lyrics. Rooted in alternative rock and electronic.
What makes Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) by David Bowie notable?
'Scary Monsters' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Bowie's status in the music industry. The single 'Ashes to Ashes' became one of his most iconic songs, praised for its innovative sound and critical acclaim, influencing a generation of artists in the post-punk scene. Released on September 12, 1980, 'Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)' marked David Bowie's return to the forefront after a brief hiatus following his Berlin Trilogy. This album was pivotal as it represented his artistic reinvention, combining pop accessibility with avant-garde experimentation, positioning Bowie for a successful new decade.
Who is Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) for?
Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) works well if you're into haunting melodies with sharp lyrics, playful irreverence in musical themes and dynamic shifts between tracks.
How many songs are on Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)?
Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) has 10 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 It’s No Game, Part 1 4:17
- 2 Up the Hill Backwards 3:16
- 3 Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) Standout 5:12
- 4 Ashes to Ashes Standout 4:26
- 5 Fashion Standout 4:50
- 6 Teenage Wildlife 6:57
- 7 Scream Like a Baby 3:37
- 8 Kingdom Come 3:45
- 9 Because You’re Young 4:56
- 10 It’s No Game, Part 2 4:24
Release Date
September 12, 1980
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
45 min 41 sec
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