Corey HartFirst Offense
“First Offense” is the debut studio album by Canadian recording artist
Corey Hart, released onNovember 11, 1983.
Key Information:
- Genre:New wave and synthrock are the main genres associated with the album.
- Significance:This album launched Corey Hart’s career and introduced his distinctive synth-pop sound to the world. It garnered him international fame, particularly in the US.
- Commercial Performance:
- The album reached number 31 on the US Billboard 200 chart and was certified Gold.
- It reached number 8 in Canada and was certified 3x Platinum there.
- Singles:
- “Sunglasses at Night”:The album’s lead single, released in January 1984, it became a major hit, reaching number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. The music video won a Juno Award.
- “It Ain’t Enough”:This ballad also charted, reaching the Top 20 in the US and Top 5 in Canada.
- “She Got the Radio” and “Lamp at Midnite” were also released as singles.
- Production:Jon Astley and Phil Chapman produced the album. The recording sessions took place in England.
- Tracklist:The album features 10 tracks, including:
- Sunglasses at Night
- Peruvian Lady
- Lamp at Midnite
- She Got the Radio
- It Ain’t Enough
- Does She Love You
- Cheatin’ in School
- The World Is Fire
- At the Dance
- Jenny Fey
- Variations:Three versions of the album were released. The initial Canadian release featured a black and white cover and included “Araby (She’s Just a Girl)” and “Don’t Keep Your Heart”, which were not on the US version.
- Critical Reception:Customers praise the album’s music quality, calling it one of Corey Hart’s best works, with notablevocals and arrangements.
“First Offense” was a successful debut that solidified Corey Hart’s career. It’s a classic example of 1980s synth-pop and a significant album for fans of the genre.
