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Album Review

The Cars' 1978 self-titled debut, issued on the Elektra label, is a genuine rock masterpiece. The band jokingly referred to the album as their "true greatest-hits album," but it's no exaggeration — all nine tracks are new wave/rock classics, still in rotation on rock radio. Whereas most bands of the late '70s embraced either punk/new wave or hard rock, the Cars were one of the first bands to do the unthinkable — merge the two styles together. Add to it bandleader/songwriter Ric Ocasek's supreme pop sensibilities, and you had an album that appealed to new wavers, rockers, and Top 40 fans. One of the most popular new wave songs ever, "Just What I Needed," is an obvious highlight, as are such familiar hits as "Good Times Roll," "My Best Friend's Girl," and "You're All I've Got Tonight." But like most consummate rock albums, the lesser-known compositions are just as exhilarating: "Don't Cha Stop," "Bye Bye Love," "All Mixed Up," and "Moving in Stereo," the latter featured as an instrumental during a steamy scene in the popular movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High. With flawless performances, songwriting, and production (courtesy of Queen alumni Roy Thomas Baker), the Cars' debut remains one of rock's all-time classics.

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One of the Best!

'The Cars' is not only one of the greatest debut albums of all time but also one of the best albums of all time. Everybody is familiar with their hits 'Good Times Roll' and My Best Friend's Girl.' However, how could anyone not appreciate the audiotronics of 'I'm In Touch With Your World,' a song writen by front man Ric Ocasek and keyboardist Greg Hawkes, an underated musician who I feel played a major part in creating the atmosphere in this work along with producer Roy Thomas Baker. The late great bassist Benjamin Orr adds his unique vocals to 'Bye Bye Love', 'Moving In Stereo' and 'All Mixed Up' and proves that he is not just a second banana to Ocasek. This album is a MUST HAVE to all of those who appreciate great music. Thanks iTunes!

An all time classic

Yes, one of the best debut albums of all time. 1978; The Cars burst onto the scene along with Dire Straits and The Police to make for one classic musical summer.

Carslicious

A band with wit, style and great tunes on their debut album. This album introduced "alternative music" to the masses. A true rock album classic from start to finish.

Biography

Formed: 1976 in Boston, MA

Genre: Rock

Years Active: '70s, '80s, '00s, '10s

Blondie may have had a string of number one hits and Talking Heads may have won the hearts of the critics, but the Cars were the most successful American new wave band to emerge in the late '70s. With its sleek, mechanical pop/rock, the band racked up a string of platinum albums and Top 40 singles that made it one of the most popular American rock & roll bands of the late '70s and early '80s. While they were more commercially oriented than their New York peers, the Cars were nevertheless inspired...
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  • Genres: Rock, Music, Alternative, New Wave, Pop, Pop/Rock, Arena Rock
  • Released: Jun 06, 1978

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