Who wouldn't want to release a debut that had as many hits, and classic radio staples as The Cars first album? To me this is a perfect pop-rock album filled with hooks, and interesting production. Obviously Ric Ocasek's influence would run on to Weezer, and then to countless overly saccharine groups to clogged up airwaves for a time in the late 90's. But, meanwhile back here at the start of it all, this record is kick ass. I'd list key tracks, but you already know them.
Candy-O:(1979)
While Candy-O was a bigger selling album upon its release, I've always found it less exciting than the first. It's good, don't get me wrong, but feels slightly sterile and slow. In fact this album sounds like a product of the 70's in a way the other manages to dodge. However, it does include a cool cover by pinup artist Alberto Vargas. My favorite track on this album may be Shoo Be Doo, which seems like an attempt to sound a little like suicide...cleaned up and blow dried Suicide. The title track is good too.
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