This album embodies the power of power pop, featuring a collection of hits that reached number two on the US charts.
This album reached number two on the US album chart and contained multiple Top 40 hits, including "Don't Talk to Strangers," and was a huge hit, showcasing the exhilarating power pop honed under Keith Olsen.
Building on the momentum of his previous album, this album reached No. 2 on the US charts, and is the album that most vividly embodies his power pop style. The single "Don't Talk to Strangers" also reached No. 2 on the US charts, and the album's clear melodies and light-hearted band sound bring the whole album together. Keith Olsen, along with a talented cast of musicians including Tim Pierce and Mike Baird, seamlessly blend the driving guitar and tight beats. Furthermore, the album features lively tracks like "I Get Excited," showcasing his dexterity as a songwriter. This album accelerated his career, and its chart success at the time speaks for itself.
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1)
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Calling All Girls
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2)
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I Get Excited
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3)
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What Kind Of A Fool Am I
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4)
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Kristina
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5)
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Tonight
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6)
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Black Is Black
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1)
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Don't Talk To Strangers
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2)
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How Do You Talk To Girls
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3)
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Still Crazy For You
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4)
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The American Girl
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5)
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Just One Kiss
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April 24, 1981
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Backing Vocals - Richard Page
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Guitar - Charles Sandford
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Producer - Keith Olsen
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Artwork [Original Cover Concept] - Rick Springfield
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Vocals, Guitar, Backing Vocals - Rick Springfield
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Backing Vocals [Additional] - Tom Funderburk
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Keyboards - Alan Pasqua
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Guitar - Tim Pierce
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Backing Vocals - Tom Kelly
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Drums - Mike Baird
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Engineer [Second] - Kim Turner
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Bass - Dennis Belfield
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Mastered By - Greg Fulginiti
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Engineer - Chris Minto
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Keyboards [Additional] - Gabriel Katona
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Art Direction, Design - Mike Doud (2)
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Artwork [Sleeve Art] - Cindy Marsh (2)
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Photography By - Tom Gibson (4)
