Alright, let’s dive into this throwback gem—I’m On A Winner / This Must Be Love by Roger Dexter. Released way back in 1982, it’s one of those albums that kinda sneaks up on you. You know, the kind where you’re like, “Wait… is this actually kinda good?” Spoiler: It is.
First off, let’s talk genres and vibes. It’s rock, but with a pop-rock twist—so think catchy hooks, sing-along melodies, and just enough guitar crunch to keep things interesting. The label was Polydor, which back in the day meant they weren’t messing around when it came to production quality (shoutout to Roger Dexter for wearing both the artist and producer hats here). Oh, and fun fact—it dropped in Belgium and Spain, so if you’ve got vinyl-collector friends who dig Euro releases, this might be right up their alley.
Now onto the tracks. There are only two songs here—I mean, technically it’s more of a single than an album—but hey, sometimes less is more. Let’s break ‘em down.
“I’m On A Winner”: Okay, this track hits you with that classic early-’80s vibe. You can practically picture someone cruising down a coastal highway in a convertible while this plays on the radio. The chorus sticks to your brain like gum under a desk—it’s upbeat, confident, and has this swagger that makes you wanna nod along even if you’re just sitting at your desk pretending to work. What I remember most about this tune is how smooth it feels. Like, it doesn’t try too hard, but it still nails the whole “I’m living my best life” energy. Honestly? If this came out today, TikTok would eat it up.
Then there’s “This Must Be Love”, which takes things down a notch. It’s softer, sweeter, and honestly feels like the soundtrack to some heartfelt rom-com montage. You know the type—the couple running toward each other in slow motion, wind blowing through their hair, dramatic sunset in the background? Yeah, that’s this song. The melody is super sticky, and the lyrics hit all the right notes without being overly cheesy. It’s simple, sure, but sometimes simplicity works wonders.
So why does this little slice of 1982 stand out? Maybe it’s because it reminds me of a time when music didn’t need flashy visuals or viral marketing campaigns to make an impact. It’s just solid tunes, no frills attached. And honestly, isn’t that refreshing in our over-saturated streaming world?
Final thought? Listening to this made me realize something weird: Roger Dexter sounds like what would happen if Bruce Springsteen decided to hang out in Europe for a summer and write some love songs. Not saying he’s as iconic as The Boss, but man, these tracks have that same relatable charm. Anyway, next time you’re digging through old records or scrolling Spotify’s deep cuts, give this one a spin—you might just find yourself humming “I’m On A Winner” for days.
