Bucks Fizz - London Town

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Review by Rich Brown

Album Review: London Town by Bucks Fizz (1983) Bucks Fizz’s London Town isn’t just another pop-rock album from the early '80s; it’s a snapshot of an era when synths ruled the airwaves and big choruses were king. Released in 1983 across the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the Netherlands under labels like RCA and RCA Victor, this record blends vocal harmonies with punchy pop hooks. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s got charm—and sometimes, that’s all you need. Two tracks stick out for me: “Identity” and the titular “London Town.” “Identity” hits hard with its layered vocals and a driving beat that feels tailor-made for those late-night drives where you're trying to figure life out. The lyrics might not be poetry, but they’re relatable enough to keep your attention. Meanwhile, “London Town,” especially in its Extended Club Mix version, is pure escapism. You can almost picture neon lights flashing as the bassline pulses through the mix. This track screams ‘dancefloor filler,’ even if it doesn’t reinvent the wheel. The production has that unmistakable '80s sheen—courtesy of credits like Simon Fowler on photography and mastering touches by SW and E1—but don’t let the gloss fool you. There’s heart here, even if it's wrapped up in shiny packaging. Looking back, London Town reminds us how music can capture a moment in time without needing to shout about it. Sure, it’s no masterpiece, but it’s fun, catchy, and unapologetically itself. And honestly? Sometimes you just want something that makes you tap your feet instead of questioning existence. Funny thing though—I still can’t decide if I love “London Town” because of nostalgia or because it genuinely slaps. Maybe both?

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Filename: bucks-fizz-london-town.zip
  • MP3 size: 22.4 mb
  • FLAC size: 217.2 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
London Town (Extended Club Mix)
Love Dies Hard
Identity2:38
London Town6:35

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Catalog Numbers

  • PC 68110
  • PB 68109
  • RCA 363, PB 68109
  • RCA-363
  • RCAP 363, PBP 68109
  • RCAT 363, PC 68109

Labels

  • RCA Victor
  • RCA Victor, RCA
  • RCA
  • Not On Label

Listen online

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  • écouter en ligne
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  • online anhören
  • lyssna på nätet
  • kuunnella verkossa
  • ouvir online
  • lytte på nettet
  • escuchar en línea

Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • Maxi-Single
  • 45 RPM
  • 7"
  • Single
  • Acetate
  • Single Sided
  • Picture Disc

Companies

RoleCompany
Published ByCyclus
Phonographic Copyright (p)RCA Ltd.
Made ByRCA Schallplatten GmbH
Record CompanyRCA Records
Produced ForBig Note Music Productions
Lacquer Cut AtTELDEC-Studio, Hamburg
Copyright (c)RCA Records Ltd.
Marketed ByRCA Ltd.
Mastered AtThe Town House

Credits

RoleCredit
Lacquer Cut ByE1
Photography BySimon Fowler
Plated BySW

Notes

  • Published by Cyclus
  • ℗ 1983 RCA Ltd.
  • Produced for Big Note Music Productions
  • Made by RCA Schallplatten GmbH, Hamburg, Germany
  • Made in Germany
  • Labels state Made in Ireland
  • Initial copies issued in Glossy UK Picture Sleeve
  • ℗ 1983 Produced For Big Note Music Productions Ltd.
  • (P) (C) 1983 RCA Ltd.
  • (P)(C) 1983 RCA Records Ltd.

Barcodes

  • Label Code: LC 0316
  • Rights Society: GEMA
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side A): RCA PB - 68 109 - A E1
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side B): RCA PB - 68 109 - B E1
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side A): PB 68109-A
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side B): PB 68109-B
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A Runout Hand Etched): RCA-363-A1 SW
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B Runout Hand Etched): RCA 363 - B1 SW
  • Barcode (Both Sides Runout Stamped): TOWN HOUSE
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout (Etched) Side A): RCA 363 - A//52 789-1
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout (Etched) Side B): RCA 363 - B//52 790-1
  • Rights Society: STEMRA
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): RCA-363-A1 SW TOWN HOUSE
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): RCA 363 - B1 SW TOWN HOUSE

About Bucks Fizz

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Bucks Fizz are an English pop music group, formed in 1981 to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest "Grand prix d'eurovision de la chanson 1981" in Dublin (Ireland). They won with "Making Your Mind Up" and went on to have a successful career around the world, although their biggest success was in the UK where they had three No.1 singles and became one of the top-selling groups of the 1980s.

Name Vars

  • Buck Fizz
  • Buck Fuzz
  • Buck's Fiz
  • Buck's Fizz
  • BuckSFizz
  • Bucksfizz
  • Buckz Fizz
  • Buck´s Fizz
  • Fizz Bucks

Members

  • Bobby G
  • Shelley Preston
  • David Van Day
  • Mike Nolan
  • Cheryl Baker
  • Jay Aston
  • Sally Jacks
  • Lianna Lee

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *London Town* by Bucks Fizz has an extended club mix of the title track that became a fan favorite. It’s wild to think about how in 1983, before streaming or playlists, people were vibing to this remixed version in clubs across the UK and beyond. The mix gave the song a fresh energy, blending their signature pop-rock style with a beat that just begged you to dance. Plus, fun detail—Simon Fowler captured the iconic cover photo, giving it that perfect '80s vibe.

Comments

loojt
2025-03-17
I found this record in my emersion tank upstairs since I got a combi boiler typed this in and this came up? different
elizanette
2025-03-16
Never heard this one and I was around at the time.
azsyerrah
2025-03-15
☀️?️