INXS: Kick 1987 (Hybrid SACD) Analogue Productions HiRES 2025 Release Date: 3/7/2025


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Kick, the sixth and best-selling 1987 studio album by Australian band INXS, has the unmistakable sound personified by it's four U.S. Top 10 singles, 'New Sensation,' 'Never Tear Us Apart,' 'Devil Inside' and 'Need You Tonight,' - which reached the top of the U.S. Billboard singles charts. Between 1980 and 1984, INXS released four studio albums and had toured their native country Australia extensively. With Kick, producer Chris Thomas fused the funk and soul of their previous album

The Swing with the mainstream rock of Listen Like Thieves. In an interview with MusicRadar, Andrew Farriss stated, 'The melding of funk and rock was always in our heads. We were very excited about the idea of overlaying two types of songs and genres together.' Kick showcased a diverse range of musical styles, blending rock, pop, funk, and dance elements. This versatility appealed to a wide audience, making the album accessible to fans of different genres. It's four catchy singles became radio staples and were accompanied by stylish music videos, helping propel INXS to international stardom. Incorporating elements such as electronic percussion and synthesizers gave Kick a modern sound, helping it stand out, together with Michael Hutchence's charismatic and sultry vocals that created a strong emotional connection.

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