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Dead Man’s Party is the fourth studio album by American new wave band Oingo Boingo, released in 1985. The album blends elements of ska, rock, and pop, showcasing the band's unique sound characterized by energetic brass instrumentation and eclectic lyrics. It features some of the band's most popular tracks, including the title track 'Dead Man's Party' and 'Weird Science', the latter of which became a hit single and was later used as the theme for the film of the same name. The album is often regarded as a quintessential representation of the 1980s alternative music scene and has retained a cult following.