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The B-52's

Time Capsule [ CD / Album ]

Time Capsule

SKU: CD19962 Barcode: 0093624699521
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  • Released Date: 10 Mar 2008

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

The B-52s' "Time Capsule: Greatest Hits" is a retro-futuristic blast from the past that's sure to get you dancing like it's 1989. This collection of hits from the quirky New Wave band is a veritable time machine, transporting listeners back to a time when big hair and even bigger personalities ruled the airwaves.

From the infectious grooves of "Rock Lobster" to the irrepressible charm of "Love Shack," this album is a non-stop party from start to finish. The band's unique blend of post-punk guitars, new wave synths, and campy vocals creates a sound that is as bold and colourful as their signature beehive hairdos.

Tracks like "Roam" and "Planet Claire" showcase the band's knack for catchy hooks and infectious melodies, while the cheeky lyrics and playful energy of songs like "Private Idaho" and "Quiche Lorraine" are guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

If you're looking for a trip down memory lane or just in need of a pick-me-up, the B-52s' "Time Capsule: Greatest Hits" is the perfect soundtrack. So dust off your dancing shoes, grab a cocktail umbrella, and get ready to party like it's the '80s all over again. Trust us, you won't be disappointed.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Planet Claire
2. Rock Lobster
3. Private Idaho
4. Quiche Lorraine
5. Mesopotamia
6. Summer of Love
7. Channel 2
8. Deadbeat Club
9. Love Shack
10. Roam
11. Good Stuff
12. Is That You Mo-Dean?
13. The Flintstones
14. Debbie
15. Hallucinating Pluto

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About the artist

The B-52's

Coming at you like a retro rocket ship from the 80s, B-52S are the uncontested godparents of the new wave scene. Hailing from Athens, Georgia, this eccentric quintet has been shaking up the music world with their quirky blend of pop, punk and psychedelia since the late 70s. Their name may be a nod to a notorious bomber, but their sound is pure, unadulterated party magic. With a discography as kaleidoscopic as their technicolour costumes, B-52S have served up iconic hits such as "Love Shack", "Rock Lobster" and "Roam", proving that they are no one-hit wonder. Fronted by the enigmatic duo of Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson, the band's dynamic vocal interplay is a force to be reckoned with, like a sonic rollercoaster you never want to get off. But it's not just their infectious tunes that have earned them their legendary status. B-52S are true showmen, known for their electrifying live performances that transport audiences to a dimension where it's perpetually Saturday night. Whether they're shaking their cosmic hips or harmonising like a band of intergalactic sirens, this band knows how to keep the party going until the sun comes up. So, buckle up, strap in and get ready to be taken on a sonic joyride like no other. With B-52S at the wheel, it's bound to be a dance floor disco inferno you won't soon forget. So grab your lipstick and your party shoes, because these musical mavericks are here to make you boogie like it's the end of the world.

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