Business as Usual is the debut album of Australian new wave band Men at Work, which was originally released in 1981 and became one of the most successful albums internationally by an Australian group. The first single "Who Can It Be Now?" was a strong top 3 hit single, but the second single "Down Under" became a monster hit globally.
The high quality re-issue by Music On Vinyl has the original black and white (Australian) jacket artwork. - INCL. 4 BONUS TRACKS
Business as Usual is the debut studio album by Australian new wave band Men at Work, which was released in November 1981 in Australia, and April 1982 in the United States. It spent nine weeks at the top of the Australian Kent Music Report Albums Chart from December 1981 through to March 1982.
"Business As Usual" is the debut studio album by Australian band Men At Work, released in 1981 and now available on CD from Col. This iconic album features some of the band's biggest hits, including "Down Under," "Who Can It Be Now'" and "Be Good Johnny." With its catchy melodies, witty lyrics, and a unique blend of pop rock with reggae influences, the album became an international sensation. It topped charts worldwide and won a Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1983. Men At Work are known for their distinctive sound that captures both humor and social commentary. The manufacturer Col (Columbia Records) is one of the most renowned record labels globally, responsible for launching countless legendary artists across genres.
Fantastic debut of australian band including many hits like everlasting "Down Under" with strong reggae influence or "Who Can It Be Now?". This is the great soundtrack for a party.
belavista man - 11/Jan/2011
Sound: The most of the music is fairly average, or poor - Underground and Helpless Automation are pretty dull, in my opinion. On the other hand, the t...