Alright, let’s dive into Number 17 Breakdance Kids Fun by Ole Georg, a wild ride of an album that somehow crams jazz, rock, funk, soul, pop, and even electronic vibes into one big melting pot. Released way back in 1984 on the Media Music The Professional label, this soundtrack-style gem feels like a time capsule from when people were still figuring out what breakdancing even was. And honestly? It kinda works.
First off, big props to Ole Georg for wearing all the hats here—composer, producer, probably chief coffee drinker too. The graphics by Ed Francis are solid, though I’ll admit I don’t remember much about them because my brain was too busy trying to process tracks like “Break-A-Dance” and “The Happy Joker.”
Speaking of which, let’s zoom in on those two tracks for a sec. “Break-A-Dance” is exactly what it sounds like—a bouncy, funky groove that screams ‘80s dance floor. You can almost picture kids in neon leg warmers busting out moves they saw on TV. It’s catchy as heck and sticks to your brain like gum under a school desk. Meanwhile, “The Happy Joker” flips the vibe with this jazzy, playful energy that feels like cartoon theme music but cooler. There’s something mischievous about it, like the song itself knows it’s up to no good—but in the best way possible.
Other standout tracks include “Animal Friends,” which has this quirky charm perfect for a Saturday morning cartoon binge, and “Children’s Circus,” where you can practically hear the clowns honking their horns in the background. Yeah, it gets weird, but isn’t that part of the fun?
What makes this album stick with me isn’t just its genre-hopping madness—it’s how it feels both nostalgic and fresh at the same time. Listening to it now feels like opening a dusty box of old toys in the attic, except instead of finding action figures, you stumble across a mini time machine blasting these tunes.
So yeah, if you’re into soundtracks that sound like they came straight outta some forgotten ‘80s movie montage, give Number 17 Breakdance Kids Fun a spin. Just don’t blame me if “Break-A-Dance” ends up stuck in your head for days. Oh, and here’s a random thought to leave you with: why don’t more albums come with built-in clown themes? Seriously, underserved market right there.
