The B-52’s is the debut album by the Athens, Georgia-based new wave band the B-52’s. The kitschy lyrics and mood, and the hook-laden harmonies helped establish a fanbase for the band, who went on to release several chart-topping singles. The album cover was designed by Tony Wright.

The B-52sis the debut album by the Athens, Georgia based new wave band The B-52s. The band went on to release several chart-topping singles. The album cover was designed by Tony Wright. Produced by Chris Blackwell, The B-52speaked at number 59on the Billboard 200, and Rock Lobster reached number 56on the Hot100.

The jerky, angular Funk was danceable. Itsall great fun. Songs as Planet Claire, Dance This Mess Around, and Rock Lobster are great songs. These songs illustrated that The B-52sadoration of camp culture wasnt simply affectation, it was a world view capable of turning out brilliant Pop singles and, in turn, influencing mainstream Pop culture.

Track Listing:

1. Planet Claire
2. 52 Girls
3. Dance This Mess Around
4. Rock Lobster
5. Lava
6. Theres A Moon In The Sky (Called The Moon)
7. Hero Worship
8. 6060-842
9. Downtown