Retro Rock Reviews Episode 5: The Cars ‘Heartbeat City’ (1984)
Published on September 5, 2024 by 2 Loud 2 Old Music
Welcome back to another installment of our YouTube series, Retro Rock Reviews. Each week, we dive into a classic album for a brief, yet engaging review designed to brighten your day. For our fifth episode, we’re taking a leap into the vibrant 80s after exploring the sounds of the late 60s and early 70s. We turn our attention to The Cars’ fifth studio album, ‘Heartbeat City.’
This iconic record, produced by the renowned Robert John “Mutt” Lange, made waves upon its release on March 13, 1984. It was a monumental success, generating an impressive six singles, with two of them skyrocketing into the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album not only captivated listeners, but it also achieved remarkable commercial success, selling over 4 million copies and earning a 4x Platinum certification in the United States alone.
Make sure to check out the episode, which is airing live today at noon on September 5, 2024. Your support means a lot to us, so please remember to click “Like” and hit “Subscribe” to help keep this channel thriving.
Join the conversation online as we share thoughts about this classic album. Your engagement is always welcomed and appreciated.
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Navigating to our previous post, we explore Def Leppard’s ‘Yeah!’ (2006) as part of The Def Leppard Collection Series, while the next announcement covers Friday’s new releases for September 6, 2024.
Readers and viewers have already shared their feedback on ‘Heartbeat City.’ Comments like “Watching live!” and “Always a good time!” illustrate the excitement surrounding this review. One fan remarked, “The Cars were ahead of their time, although by this album, time had caught up with them. Still, kudos for highlighting such a great album.” Another noted, “I didn’t know this album at all. Interesting Mutt Lange story, good stuff.”
If you’re an 80s music lover, this record might just take you back to a special time, so tune in and relish the nostalgia. Join us as we celebrate The Cars and their enduring legacy in rock music.
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