Warm Leatherette
Grace Jones · 1980
46 min · 8 tracks · contemporary R&B · new wave · soul
A bold fusion of disco, new wave, and R&B that challenges conventional pop sensibilities.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady progression with emotional peaks bold exploration of personal themes immersive listening experience in order
- Context
- By the time 'Warm Leatherette' was released in 1980, Grace Jones had transitioned from a successful model to a burgeoning music artist. This album marked her first foray into an experimental sound that would define her career, establishing her as a pioneer in blending various genres and aesthetics.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, new wave, soul
- What next
- Nightclubbing — Continues the bold fusion of genres with a more atmospheric vibe.
Warm Leatherette is an album by Grace Jones, released in 1980. A bold fusion of disco, new wave, and R&B that challenges conventional pop sensibilities. 'Warm Leatherette' is often credited with shaping the sound of the early 1980s and helped solidify Jones's status within the New Wave movement. The album's unique approach led to critical acclaim, including features in prominent publications like Rolling Stone, fostering influence on subsequent artists in pop and electronic music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Warm Leatherette sound like?
A bold fusion of disco, new wave, and R&B that challenges conventional pop sensibilities. Rooted in contemporary R&B and new wave. Start with "Warm Leatherette".
Is Warm Leatherette a good place to start with Grace Jones?
Yes, Warm Leatherette is recommended as a starting point for new Grace Jones listeners. A bold fusion of disco, new wave, and R&B that challenges conventional pop sensibilities. By the time 'Warm Leatherette' was released in 1980, Grace Jones had transitioned from a successful model to a burgeoning music artist. This album marked her first foray into an experimental sound that would define her career, establishing her as a pioneer in blending various genres and aesthetics.
Who is Warm Leatherette for?
Warm Leatherette works well if you're into steady progression with emotional peaks, bold exploration of personal themes and immersive listening experience in order.
How many songs are on Warm Leatherette?
Warm Leatherette has 8 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Warm Leatherette Start here 5:38
- 2 Private Life Standout 6:20
- 3 A Rolling Stone 3:32
- 4 Love Is the Drug Standout 8:42
- 5 The Hunter Gets Captured by the Game 6:45
- 6 Bullshit 5:17
- 7 Breakdown 5:30
- 8 Pars 4:51
Release Date
January 1, 1980
Artist Origin
Jamaica
Runtime
46 min 36 sec
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