マッドネス・ザ・ベスト

12" Vinyl (33 1/3 RPM)

JVC Victor

VIL-6060 / STIFF 6060 / GHS-4003

BACKGROUND

“Madness The Best” album, released by Victor Records in Japan in 1983, is a unique compilation exclusive to the Japanese market. It features a mix of popular and lesser-known tracks that showcase the band’s evolving sound in the early 1980s.

Notable tracks include “Our House,” which became Madness’s most successful song in the U.S., reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, and “It Must Be Love,” which also gained popularity in the U.S. Other notable tracks include “House of Fun,” “Night Boat to Cairo,” and “Shut Up,” all of which exemplify the band’s unique blend of ska, pop, and British humor.

The two standout tracks on the U.S. album were “Night Boat to Cairo” and “It Must Be Love,” as these had been exclusively remixed for the U.S. market. Victor also replaced “Rise and Fall” with “Driving in my Car” to maintain continuity with the Honda campaign.

What sets this release apart is its unique presentation tailored for Japanese audiences. The album often included an OBI strip—a decorative paper band with Japanese text wrapped around the cover—along with special lyric inserts and a distinctive cover design different from those found in UK or international versions. These features make it a prized item among collectors and fans, highlighting the band’s global appeal and the marketing strategies of the time.

The Japanese Madness album represents a distinctive piece of the band’s discography, showcasing their ability to resonate across cultures. It also serves as a testament to the personalized approach taken by record labels to engage specific markets. Its rarity and unique packaging make it a sought-after collector’s item, capturing a vibrant period in Madness’s history and offering a glimpse into the tailored music marketing strategies of the 1980s.

SINGLES

RELEASE DETAILS

Territory: Japan

Release Date: April 23, 1983
Format: 12" Vinyl (33 1/3 RPM)
Limited Edition: No

Label: JVC Victor

Catalogue Number: VIL-6060 / STIFF 6060 / GHS-4003

Manufactured: Japan

Disc Colour: Black
Pressing: Original Pressing
Release Type: Official

TRACK LISTING

DiscPositionTrackVersionDuration
1 A1 Our House 3:21
1 A2 Tomorrow’s (Just Another Day) 3:12
1 A3 It Must Be Love 3:24
1 A4 Primrose Hill 3:34
1 A5 Shut Up 3:26
1 A6 House of Fun 2:58
1 B1 Night Boat To Cairo 3:16
1 B2 Driving In My Car 3:17
1 B3 Blue Skinned Beast 3:20
1 B4 Cardiac Arrest 2:58
1 B5 Grey Day 3:38
1 B6 Madness (Is All in the Mind) 2:52

CHART HISTORY

MUSICANS

MusicanInstrumentRoleCredit
Mike Barson Piano, Organ, Vibraphone, Marimba, Harmonica, Tubular Bells Group Member
Chris Foreman Guitar, Slide Guitar Group Member
Lee Thompson Vocals, Saxophone Group Member
Mark Bedford Bass Group Member
Daniel Woodgate Drums, Percussion Group Member
Graham McPherson Vocals Group Member
Cathal Smyth Vocals, Trumpet Group Member

PRODUCTION CREDITS

RoleCreditedNotes
Producer Clive Langer
Producer Alan Winstanley
Orchestrator David Bedford
Graphic Design, Art Direction Richard Seireeni
Photographer Moshe Brakha

COPYRIGHT AND Licencing

OwnershipCompanyNotes
Phonographic Copyright ℗ The David Geffen Company
Phonographic Copyright ℗ Sire Records
Copyright © The David Geffen Company

Representation

RepresentationCompanyNotes
Record Label Stiff Records
Publisher Nutty Sounds Ltd.
Publisher Warner Chappell Music Ltd.
Publisher MAM (Music Publishing) Ltd.
Manufacturer Victor Musical Industries, Inc.

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References

Extensive efforts have been made to gather factual information and knowledge on madness from various sources and document them. These sources include publicly accessible websites, books and publications, historical artefacts, and other pertinent materials. As a result, a comprehensive index of resources has been compiled and integrated into the website. These resources, if relevant to this article, are listed below.

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