Description
Dexys Midnight Runners – It Was Like This / EMI Audio CD 1996
UPC 724383812226
Product Details:
- Label: EMI – 723483812226
- Format: CD, Compilation
- Country: UK
- Released: 1996
- Genre: Rock, Funk / Soul
- Style: New Wave, Soul
Overview:
It Was Like This compiles some of Dexys Midnight Runners' most iconic tracks from their early years, showcasing their unique blend of soul, funk, and new wave. This 1996 compilation offers a comprehensive look into their evolving sound and the raw energy they brought to the music scene in the late 70s and 80s. With energetic rhythms, catchy melodies, and Kevin Rowland’s unforgettable vocals, the album captures the band’s diverse musical influences, from Motown-inspired grooves to more experimental new wave sensibilities.
Track Listing:
- Breaking Down The Walls Of Heartache
- Tell Me When My Light Turns Green
- The Teams That Meet In Caffs
- Dance Stance
- Geno
- I'm Just Looking
- Thankfully Not Living In Yorkshire It Doesn't Apply
- Seven Days Too Long
- I Couldn't Help It If I Tried
- Respect
- The Horse
- Keep It
- Love Part 1
- There There My Dear
- Keep It Part 2 (Inferiority Part 1)
- One Way Love
- Plan B
- Soul Finger
Key Credits:
- Vocals & Lyrics: Kevin Rowland
- Organ & Piano: Pete Saunders, Andy Leek, Mick Talbot
- Guitar & Vocals: Kevin Archer
- Drums: Bobby Ward, Seb Shelton, Stoker
- Saxophone: Brian Maurice, Paul Speare, Geoff Blythe
- Trombone: Big Jim Paterson
- Bass: Pete Williams, Steve Wynn
- Photography: Chris Gabrin, Mike Laye
- Liner Notes: Kevin Rowland
- Design: Peter Barrett
