The Complete Stiff Recordings 1980–1981

Any Trouble

The Complete Stiff Recordings 1980–1981

RELEASED: November 18, 2013
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Second Choice --:-- 2. Playing Bogart --:-- 3. Foolish Pride --:-- 4. Nice Girls --:-- 5. Turning Up the Heat --:-- 6. Romance --:-- 7. The Hurt --:-- 8. Girls Are Always Right --:-- 9. Honolulu --:-- 10. (Get You Off) The Hook --:-- 11. Yesterday’s Love --:-- 12. Nice Girls --:-- 13. No Idea --:-- 14. Growing Up --:-- 15. Turning Up the Heat (From Son of Stiff Tour LP) --:-- 16. The Hurt (demo) --:--
The Complete Stiff Recordings 1980–1981 is a compilation album by British band Any Trouble, showcasing their early work during a dynamic period for the UK music scene. The album features a blend of power pop and new wave, characterized by catchy melodies and witty lyrics. Any Trouble's sound is often compared to contemporaries like Elvis Costello and the Attractions, as they combine sharp songwriting with engaging arrangements. The collection highlights the band's ability to capture the zeitgeist of the early 80s while maintaining a distinct identity, ultimately contributing to their legacy as underappreciated pioneers of the genre.