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We Are the 80's
Scandal
We Are the 80's
Genres: Alternative Rock, Pop, Rock, Classic Rock, Metal
 
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All Artists: Scandal
Title: We Are the 80's
Members Wishing: 6
Total Copies: 0
Label: Sony
Original Release Date: 1/1/2006
Re-Release Date: 7/18/2006
Genres: Alternative Rock, Pop, Rock, Classic Rock, Metal
Styles: New Wave & Post-Punk, Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 827969393925

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Not a "best of" but a "rest of" Scandal
Rob Ez | Chicago | 07/25/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Scandal may have been short lived, but what an impression did they have on me and many other people hence the desire to keep remembering their "hits" such as "The Warrior" and "Goodbye To You" as part of Vh-1's series of cheapo compilations by 80's artists. Whilst the other artists CD's featured on this series feature songs from their many albums and singles, such as Rick Springfrield, The Bangles and Flock of Seagulls among others, Scandals edition stands out in this pack because this is NOT a compilation of hits, but rather a celebration of a band that could have been great but disbanded after such a short-yet-astonshing time in the public eye while only recording one album and an EP.



This CD, which was released as part of Vh-1's "We Are The 80's" compilations, is in actuality Scandal's entire debut EP of 5 songs, then 4 extra songs PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE on CD that were recorded during those sessions in 1982 and 5 songs from their album "The Warrior". As a fan of Scandal, I am happy that I finally have all their EP on CD. It's almost in chronological order too, only being offset by "The Warrior" being stuck in the middle at #3 on this CD. Maybe they wanted to fool those people who don't realize what this CD actually is and might get bored id they don't hear "The Warrior" right away.



I'm also happy about the 4 extra songs! One was used as a B-side to "Goodbye To You" and the other 3 have NEVER been released before! For someone who loves them, this is a treat and for those who are looking to get into this highly underrated yet short-lived band, this is an ideal starting point to educate yourself.



Honestly, I would have preferred if they re-released Scandal's debut EP on its own than having them featured on this compilation. They have 9 songs recorded from those sessions on this disc, why not do it? But I understand the concept of marketing and they're bound to sell more records if they package it as a "greatest hits" as part of Vh1's series than release an actual "album". Oh well. But I still give this album the five stars it deserves, merely because it pleases us, the fans.



May this CD bring forth more interest in Scandal and the amazing talent of Patty Smyth, so they may come back with new recordings."
Thank you, VH-1! This is the best Scandal CD ever!!!
Invisiboy2001 | Chicago, IL United States | 08/22/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)

"I cannot add much to the expert reviews that came before mine, but I must say a big "THANK YOU" to VH-1 for issuing all these rare Scandal tracks on CD, mixed in with their greatest hits.



Patty Smythe is one of the great female rockers, and I LOVE this CD. Every song is exquisite classic rock! I never thought I'd see some of these songs on CD -- and there are some songs here I never knew existed. I am stoked.



Great sound quality, too!



An excellent companion piece to "Patty Smyth featuring Scandal Greatest Hits"."
Awesome Greatest Hits Collection
Dorrie Wheeler | 07/22/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Goodbye To You," was the name of the catchy pop tune which brought Scandal into millions of peoples homes thanks to a then new music video channel named MTV. Scandal didn't even have a full LP out at the time of the songs release but the EP Scandal went on to become the then biggest selling EP in Columbia Records history. "Goodbye To You," was a rather low budget video with singer Patti Smyth dancing around singing but the song was infectious and unforgettable. "Goodbye To You," may have broken Scandal in but it was their dramatic 1984 single and video "The Warrior" which solidified their place in early 80's pop music.



Scandal-We Are The 80s is a satisfying greatest hits collection with the groups biggest hits and new liner notes. The CD features 14 songs from the group including three previously unreleased songs. The unreleased songs are- "Grow So Wise," "If You Leave Me," and "I'm Here Tonight." Patti Smyth launched a solo career in the 80's. Scandal was one of the groups featured on the VH-1 series Bands Reunited. The group reunited and performed a small tour.







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