Kate Bush – The Kick Inside

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Artist: Kate Bush

Title: The Kick Inside

Year: 1978

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Tracklist

  • 1. Moving - 2018 Remaster (3:00)
  • 2. The Saxophone Song - 2018 Remaster (3:54)
  • 3. Strange Phenomena - 2018 Remaster (2:56)
  • 4. Kite - 2018 Remaster (2:57)
  • 5. The Man with the Child in His Eyes - 2018 Remaster (2:41)
  • 6. Wuthering Heights - 2018 Remaster (4:28)
  • 7. James and the Cold Gun - 2018 Remaster (3:36)
  • 8. Feel It - 2018 Remaster (3:02)
  • 9. Oh to Be in Love - 2018 Remaster (3:18)
  • 10. L'Amour Looks Something Like You - 2018 Remaster (2:28)
  • 11. Them Heavy People - 2018 Remaster (3:04)
  • 12. Room for the Life - 2018 Remaster (4:06)
  • 13. The Kick Inside - 2018 Remaster (3:35)

Review

Kate Bush's 'The Kick Inside' is like a burst of fresh air in the music scene of 1978. This debut album is where Bush really lets her freak flag fly, mixing up literary inspiration, wild vocals, and some seriously groovy tunes. It's got this dreamy, otherworldly vibe that just pulls you in.

The album's got some real standout tracks. 'Wuthering Heights' is the big hit, inspired by the Brontë classic. It's got this haunting quality that just sticks with you. Then there's 'The Man with the Child in His Eyes', which is softer but just as powerful. Bush dives into all sorts of themes, from love and spirituality to the supernatural, creating this rich tapestry of sound and storytelling.

What's cool is how Bush worked with some heavy hitters in the music world to bring her vision to life. You've got members of the Alan Parsons Project and even David Gilmour from Pink Floyd lending their talents. The result is this polished, sophisticated sound that really elevates Bush's unique style. It's an album that set the stage for her whole career, showing off her creativity and willingness to push boundaries right from the start. - Rory

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