Apart from ‘Baggy Trousers’, ‘Embarrassment’ was the only Madness single not to be released on 12” in the ‘80s. RSD 2024 will give the classic Motown-inspired hit the 12” treatment as part of a six track EP, which features the original 7” mix ...
Catalogue Number: BMGCAT868SV
Release Date: April 20, 2024
Theatre Of The Absurd Presents C’est La Vie
In early 2023, amidst the industrial landscape of Cricklewood, Madness embarked on a musical odyssey that would redefine their trajectory. Recording sessions, guided by the seasoned hand of Matt Glasbey, became a sanctuary of creativity where ...
Catalogue Number: 538955330
Release Date: November 17, 2023
Theatre Of The Absurd Introduces C’est La Vie
"C'est La Vie," written by Mike Barson, is the outstanding lead single from the thirteenth studio album "The Theater of the Absurd presents C'est La Vie." This is breathless in its intensity, an hour-long triumph up there with anything they’ve ...
Catalogue Number: 538974492
Release Date: September 28, 2023
The Rise And Fall (Expanded Edition)
The Rise & Fall, the fourth studio album by Madness, stands out for its bold experimentation with a diverse range of musical styles. Released on 8 October 1982 by Stiff Records, it showcases a fusion of jazz, English music hall, and Eastern ...
Catalogue Number: BMGCAT593CD
Release Date: May 26, 2023
Seven (Expanded Edition)
Following two hugely successful albums (their debut and sophomore records, One Step Beyond and Absolutely, both #2 in the UK album charts), "7" was Madness' third studio album in as many years. Showcasing their ever-evolving songwriting skills, ...
Catalogue Number: BMGCAT592CD
Release Date: April 14, 2023
Absolutely (Expanded Edition)
Absolutely is the second studio album from Madness. originally released in September 1980, the album reached number 2 on the UK album chart and produced some of the band’s biggest hits, including ‘Baggy Trousers’, which reached number 3 in the ...
Catalogue Number: BMGCAT591CD
Release Date: February 24, 2023
One Step Beyond… (Expanded Edition)
One Step Beyond... was Madness’ seminal debut album, recorded in 3 weeks and originally released in October 1979. It peaked at number 2 in the UK and took up residency in the UK Album Chart, where it stayed for more than a year. The album – ...
Catalogue Number: BMGCAT590CD
Release Date: February 24, 2023
Five Cuts (Album Sampler)
The 1999 Madness Five Cuts Sampler for Wonderful was a promotional release. It was distributed to promote their album "Wonderful," which was released in the same year. The sampler featured five tracks from the album, serving as a preview for ...
Catalogue Number: 5PROMO2889
Release Date: February 8, 1999
Tomorrow’s (Just Another Day) / Madness (Is All In The Mind)
Tomorrow's (Just Another Day), written by Mike Barson and Cathal Smyth, was the follow-up single to Our House. The track was taken from the album "The Rise and Fall," which is a slight remix of the album track. Still, for the first and only ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 169
Release Date: February 7, 1983
Tomorrow’s (Just Another Day) / Madness (Is All In The Mind)
Tomorrow's (Just Another Day), written by Mike Barson and Cathal Smyth, was the follow-up single to Our House. The track was taken from the album "The Rise and Fall," which is a slight remix of the album track. Still, for the first and only ...
Catalogue Number: PBUY 169
Release Date: February 7, 1983
Tomorrow’s (Just Another Day) / Madness (Is All In The Mind)
Tomorrow's (Just Another Day), written by Mike Barson and Cathal Smyth, was the follow-up single to Our House. The track was taken from the album "The Rise and Fall," which is a slight remix of the album track. Still, for the first and only ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 169
Release Date: February 7, 1983
Our House
'Our House', a song penned by Chas Smash and Chris Foreman, made a significant global impact. It was the lead single from their fourth studio album, The Rise & Fall, and was released on 12 November 1982. The song's popularity soared, ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 163
Release Date: November 15, 1982
Our House
'Our House', a song penned by Chas Smash and Chris Foreman, made a significant global impact. It was the lead single from their fourth studio album, The Rise & Fall, and was released on 12 November 1982. The song's popularity soared, ...
Catalogue Number: PBUY 163
Release Date: November 15, 1982
The Rise And Fall
The Rise & Fall, the fourth studio album by Madness, stands out for its bold experimentation with a diverse range of musical styles. Released on 8 October 1982 by Stiff Records, it showcases a fusion of jazz, English music hall, and Eastern ...
Catalogue Number: SEEZ 46
Release Date: November 5, 1982
Driving In My Car
The single "Driving in My Car", written by Mike Barson, significantly impacted the charts. It was released as a standalone on 24th July 1982 and remained on the UK Singles Chart for eight impressive weeks, peaking at number four. The B-side of ...
Catalogue Number: P.BUY 153
Release Date: July 12, 1982
Driving In My Car
The single "Driving in My Car", written by Mike Barson, significantly impacted the charts. It was released as a standalone on 24th July 1982 and remained on the UK Singles Chart for eight impressive weeks, peaking at number four. The B-side of ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 153
Release Date: July 12, 1982
Driving In My Car
The single "Driving in My Car", written by Mike Barson, significantly impacted the charts. It was released as a standalone on 24th July 1982 and remained on the UK Singles Chart for eight impressive weeks, peaking at number four. The B-side of ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 153
Release Date: July 12, 1982
House Of Fun
House of Fun, Composed by Mike Barson and Lee Thompson, two of the band's founding members and primary songwriters, was released as a standalone single on May 14, 1982. From the moment it hit the airwaves, "House of Fun" captured the hearts and ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 146
Release Date: May 10, 1982
House Of Fun
House of Fun, Composed by Mike Barson and Lee Thompson, two of the band's founding members and primary songwriters, was released as a standalone single on May 14, 1982. From the moment it hit the airwaves, "House of Fun" captured the hearts and ...
Catalogue Number: P-BUY 146
Release Date: May 10, 1982
Complete Madness
Complete Madness, the first greatest hits album, was a monumental success that resonated across the UK. Issued on April 23, 1982, it featured Madness's biggest hits from their first three studio albums and stand-alone singles. The album's ...
Catalogue Number: HIT-TV1
Release Date: April 23, 1982
Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac Arrest, a unique song by Chas Smash and Chris Foreman, weaves a tale of a workaholic's tragic end, succumbing to a fatal heart attack on his way to work. This compelling narrative, perhaps too intense for the BBC's comfort, led to its ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 140
Release Date: February 12, 1982
It Must Be Love
It Must Be Love was released as a standalone single on November 23, 1981. It reached #4 on the UK singles chart and appeared on their UK number one compilation album Complete Madness the following year and on many other Madness compilations ...
Catalogue Number: BUY 140
Release Date: November 27, 1981
Seven
Following two hugely successful albums (their debut and sophomore records, One Step Beyond and Absolutely, both #2 in the UK album charts), "7" was Madness' third studio album in as many years. Showcasing their ever-evolving songwriting skills, ...
Catalogue Number: SEEZ 39
Release Date: October 2, 1981
Shut Up
"Shut Up" is a song penned by Suggs and Chris Foreman and recorded by Madness. It debuted on their third studio album, "7." Released as a single on September 11, 1981, it made its mark on the UK Singles Chart, remaining on it for 10 weeks and ...
