State of Confusion
The Kinks · 1983
60 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · garage rock · power pop
A blend of sharp wit and melodic hooks wrapped in a vibrant rock sound reflecting societal tensions.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- playful lyrical storytelling melodic hooks throughout reflective social commentary
- Context
- By the time 'State of Confusion' was released in June 1983, The Kinks were navigating a transitional phase in their career, having achieved a resurgence with their 1981 album 'Give the People What They Want.' This record marked their third release in the early 1980s, showcasing a more polished production style as they embraced contemporary sounds while retaining their classic lyrical storytelling.
- If you like
- hard rock, garage rock, power pop
State of Confusion is an album by The Kinks, released in 1983. A blend of sharp wit and melodic hooks wrapped in a vibrant rock sound reflecting societal tensions. The album features 'Come Dancing,' which became one of The Kinks' most commercially successful singles, reaching No. 4 on the UK charts. It also highlighted the band's continued relevance in the evolving rock landscape of the early '80s, often praised for its incisive commentary on societal issues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does State of Confusion sound like?
A blend of sharp wit and melodic hooks wrapped in a vibrant rock sound reflecting societal tensions. Rooted in hard rock and garage rock.
What makes State of Confusion by The Kinks notable?
The album features 'Come Dancing,' which became one of The Kinks' most commercially successful singles, reaching No. 4 on the UK charts. It also highlighted the band's continued relevance in the evolving rock landscape of the early '80s, often praised for its incisive commentary on societal issues. By the time 'State of Confusion' was released in June 1983, The Kinks were navigating a transitional phase in their career, having achieved a resurgence with their 1981 album 'Give the People What They Want.' This record marked their third release in the early 1980s, showcasing a more polished production style as they embraced contemporary sounds while retaining their classic lyrical storytelling.
Who is State of Confusion for?
State of Confusion works well if you're into playful lyrical storytelling, melodic hooks throughout and reflective social commentary.
How many songs are on State of Confusion?
State of Confusion has 14 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 State of Confusion Standout 3:44
- 2 Definite Maybe 4:23
- 3 Labour of Love 3:57
- 4 Come Dancing Standout 3:56
- 5 Property 4:22
- 6 Don't Forget to Dance Standout 4:40
- 7 Young Conservatives 4:02
- 8 Heart of Gold 4:03
- 9 Clichés of the World (B Movie) 4:54
- 10 Bernadette 3:32
- 11 Don't Forget to Dance (original extended edit) 5:10
- 12 Once a Thief 4:07
- 13 Long Distance 5:25
- 14 Noise 4:39
Release Date
June 10, 1983
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
60 min 54 sec
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