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Daryl Hall John Oates* – Big Bam Boom (used)
Daryl Hall John Oates* – Big Bam Boom (used)
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Big Bam Boom is the twelfth studio album by American duo Daryl Hall & John Oates, released by RCA Records on October 12, 1984. It marked the end of one of the most successful album runs by a duo of the 1980s.
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- Genre: Big Bam Boom is characterized by its blend of pop, rock, dance-rock, and R&B/soul influences. It exhibits a more pronounced electronic, urban feel compared to their preceding albums, incorporating advanced recording and playing technologies.
- Production: The album was produced by Daryl Hall, John Oates, and Bob Clearmountain. Arthur Baker also contributed as a "Mix Consultant and Additional Production".
- Commercial Success: The album reached No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and has sold over three million copies worldwide. It achieved 2x Platinum certification in the US.
- Notable Singles: Big Bam Boom featured several successful singles, including the No. 1 pop hit "Out of Touch," "Method of Modern Love" (which peaked at No. 5), and "Some Things Are Better Left Unsaid" (which reached No. 18).
- Impact: The album signifies the culmination of a highly successful period for Hall & Oates in the 1980s. It demonstrated their ability to adapt to evolving musical trends by embracing electronic elements and contemporary production techniques.
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