B-52's
Whammy!
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1983 US Original with inner sleeve. Contains Their Cover Of Yoko Ono's "Don't Worry" Which Was Not Cleared For Release On CD. Whammy!, released in 1983, marked a significant stylistic shift for The B-52s, as the band embraced synthesizers and drum machines, moving away from the more guitar-driven and organic sound of their previous albums. The record was produced by Steven Stanley in Compass Point Studios, Nassau, and is notable for its energetic, danceable tracks and quirky electronic textures. This album's creation coincided with the early 1980s surge of new wave and synth-pop, and The B-52s adapted by experimenting with technology, integrating Roland drum machines and various keyboards to craft a distinctly modern sound that contrasted with their earlier, retro-inspired efforts.