Madness ORIG OZ LP Absolutely NM ’80 Stiff L37479 New wave Ska Revival Original OZ LP released in 1980 on Stiff Records. Cat: L37479. Comes with printed inner bag which has some age spots and is in VG+ condition. 
A classic example of a second album delivering more of the same, at least on the surface, Absolutely does benefit from the kinetic energy of being recorded quickly in the aftermath of Madness’ immediate success with One Step Beyond. Absolutely does motor ahead on breakneck ska rhythms, but it never quite feels as raw as its predecessor, and that hint of gloss serves the three big hit singles very well: the schoolyard nostalgia of “Baggy Trousers” has a bit of a sepia-toned lilt with this extra dose or production, the terrific “Embarrassment” slides by so smoothly it’s possible to not realize what an expertly crafted piece of pop it is, and “The Return of the Los Palmas 7” has a nice element of swinging ‘60s lounge cinema.

Tracks : Baggy trousers/ Embarrassment/ E.R.N.I.E./ Close escape/ Not home today/ On the beat Pete/ Solid gone/ Take it or leave it/ Shadow of fear/ Disappear/ Overdone/ In the rain/ You said/ Retun of the Los Palmas 7.   There are a few light spindle marks on labels. Record is in Near Mint condition. Cover has a few light marks and is in Excellent condition.

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