Musclebound

Spandau Ballet

Musclebound

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Musclebound 3:58 2. Reformation 4:53 3. Mandolin 4:07 4. Age of Blows 4:10 5. She Loved Like Diamond 2:55 6. Coffee Club 5:33 7. Pharaoh 6:36 8. Innocence and Science 4:27 9. Missionary 7:02 10. Pleasure 3:32 11. Code of Love 5:11 12. Heaven Is a Secret 4:26 13. Foundation 4:07 14. Nature of the Beast 5:15 15. Revenge for Love 4:15
Historical Archive
Musclebound is the debut studio album by the British new wave band Spandau Ballet, released in 1981. It showcases a blend of synth-pop and post-punk, with prominent use of synthesizers and a distinctively smooth vocal style from lead singer Tony Hadley. The album's sound reflects the early 80s music scene, characterized by its catchy melodies and polished production. Though initially met with mixed reviews, it has since gained recognition for its influence on the genre and has become a notable part of the band's legacy, particularly for tracks like 'To Cut a Long Story Short' and 'Chant No. 1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On).'