Teases & Dares
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Teases & Dares is the fourth studio album
by Kim Wilde
, released in November 1984 via MCA Records
.
, who had released her first three albums, Wilde signed to MCA Records
in 1984. Her brother, Ricky Wilde, continued to serve as her producer, though was now assisted by their father, Marty Wilde
, who also continued to co-write material. For the first time, Kim Wilde also received a co-producer credit and the album also marked the first time in which she earned a sole songwriting credit, for the tracks "Fit In" and "Shangri-la".
Three singles were taken from the album. "The Second Time
" reached the UK Top 30 and the Top 10 in Germany, as well as becoming only her second single to reach the U.S. Billboard Hot 100
, where it was retitled "Go For It" and peaked at #65. The second single from the album, "The Touch
" was less successful but the third single, "Rage to Love
" (remixed by Dave Edmunds
), returned Wilde to the UK Top 20 for the first time in three years.
-inspired sci-fi heroine (by XL Design) for the cover of "The Second Time
". Though initially only for the single, MCA Records decided to use the new image for the album cover also, which Wilde objected to. She later cited the album sleeve as one of the reasons for its weak sales, stating that it confused her audience who still regarded her as the "girl-next-door". For subsequent single releases from the album, Wilde switched back to an image she felt more identifiable with. For the "Rage to Love
" promotion, she wore one of her father's Teddy Boy
jackets; in keeping with the rockabilly retro theme of the song.
, unless otherwise noted.
"Is It Over" is featured in the film 'Fletch
'.
Additional personnel
, entering at number 66 for the week-ending 17 November 1984, and falling to number 79 the week after. In the US the album peaked at #84.
Studio album
A studio album is an album made up of tracks recorded in the controlled environment of a recording studio. A studio album contains newly written and recorded or previously unreleased or remixed material, distinguishing itself from a compilation or reissue album of previously recorded material, or...
by Kim Wilde
Kim Wilde
Kim Wilde is an English pop singer, author and television presenter who burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the number 2 UK Singles Chart new wave classic "Kids in America". In 1987 she had a major hit in the United States when her version of The Supremes' classic "You Keep Me Hangin' On"...
, released in November 1984 via MCA Records
MCA Records
MCA Records was an American-based record company owned by MCA Inc., which later gave way to the larger MCA Music Entertainment Group , of which MCA Records was still part. MCA Records was absorbed by Geffen Records in 2003...
.
Background
After leaving RAK RecordsRAK Records
Rak Records was a British record label, founded by record producer Mickie Most in 1969. Rak was home of artists like Herman's Hermits, Suzi Quatro, Mud, Kenny, Hot Chocolate, Smokie, Arrows, Span, Racey and Kim Wilde. Rak Records were distributed via a licensing deal with EMI, which bought the...
, who had released her first three albums, Wilde signed to MCA Records
MCA Records
MCA Records was an American-based record company owned by MCA Inc., which later gave way to the larger MCA Music Entertainment Group , of which MCA Records was still part. MCA Records was absorbed by Geffen Records in 2003...
in 1984. Her brother, Ricky Wilde, continued to serve as her producer, though was now assisted by their father, Marty Wilde
Marty Wilde
Marty Wilde is an English singer and songwriter. He was among the first generation of British pop stars to emulate American rock and roll, and is the father of pop singers Ricky Wilde, Kim Wilde and Roxanne Wilde.-Career:Wilde was performing under the name Reg Patterson at London's Condor Club in...
, who also continued to co-write material. For the first time, Kim Wilde also received a co-producer credit and the album also marked the first time in which she earned a sole songwriting credit, for the tracks "Fit In" and "Shangri-la".
Three singles were taken from the album. "The Second Time
The Second Time
"The Second Time" is the first single from Kim Wilde's 1984 album Teases & Dares. It was re-titled "Go for It" for the North American market.The track was also Wilde's first release on the MCA record label...
" reached the UK Top 30 and the Top 10 in Germany, as well as becoming only her second single to reach the U.S. Billboard Hot 100
Billboard Hot 100
The Billboard Hot 100 is the United States music industry standard singles popularity chart issued weekly by Billboard magazine. Chart rankings are based on radio play and sales; the tracking-week for sales begins on Monday and ends on Sunday, while the radio play tracking-week runs from Wednesday...
, where it was retitled "Go For It" and peaked at #65. The second single from the album, "The Touch
The Touch (Kim Wilde song)
"The Touch" is the second single from the 1984 Kim Wilde album Teases & Dares, released at the end of the year. It is generally regarded as one of Wilde's flop singles from the British point of view.It was released as both a 7" and 12" single...
" was less successful but the third single, "Rage to Love
Rage to Love
"Rage to Love" is the third and final single from Teases & Dares, the fourth studio album by Kim Wilde. Released in April 1985, the song was remixed by Dave Edmunds for its release as a single. It became Wilde's biggest UK hit for three years, reaching the UK Top 20. The B-side —a cover version of...
" (remixed by Dave Edmunds
Dave Edmunds
David 'Dave' Edmunds is a Welsh singer, guitarist and record producer. Although he is primarily associated with Pub rock and New Wave, and had numerous hits in the 1970s and early 1980s, his natural leaning has always been towards 1950s style rock and roll.-Early bands:As a teenager Edmunds first...
), returned Wilde to the UK Top 20 for the first time in three years.
Image change
Prompted by her new record company, Wilde underwent a change of image for Teases & Dares and found herself being recast "in an entirely new light". She changed from a girl wearing secondhand clothes with self-dyed hair, to a BarbarellaBarbarella
Barbarella is a female given name, variant of Barbara. It may also refer to:* Barbarella by Jean-Claude Forest; the origin of the story** Barbarella , based on the comic book; starring Jane Fonda...
-inspired sci-fi heroine (by XL Design) for the cover of "The Second Time
The Second Time
"The Second Time" is the first single from Kim Wilde's 1984 album Teases & Dares. It was re-titled "Go for It" for the North American market.The track was also Wilde's first release on the MCA record label...
". Though initially only for the single, MCA Records decided to use the new image for the album cover also, which Wilde objected to. She later cited the album sleeve as one of the reasons for its weak sales, stating that it confused her audience who still regarded her as the "girl-next-door". For subsequent single releases from the album, Wilde switched back to an image she felt more identifiable with. For the "Rage to Love
Rage to Love
"Rage to Love" is the third and final single from Teases & Dares, the fourth studio album by Kim Wilde. Released in April 1985, the song was remixed by Dave Edmunds for its release as a single. It became Wilde's biggest UK hit for three years, reaching the UK Top 20. The B-side —a cover version of...
" promotion, she wore one of her father's Teddy Boy
Teddy Boy
The British Teddy Boy subculture is typified by young men wearing clothes that were partly inspired by the styles worn by dandies in the Edwardian period, styles which Savile Row tailors had attempted to re-introduce in Britain after World War II...
jackets; in keeping with the rockabilly retro theme of the song.
Critical reception
Favouring the album's few dramatic ballads over the "repetitive dance tracks", Stewart Mason writing for Allmusic described Teases & Dares as "a limp, shaky record, [and] probably the weakest of Wilde's career".Track listing
All tracks written by Ricki Wilde/Marty WildeMarty Wilde
Marty Wilde is an English singer and songwriter. He was among the first generation of British pop stars to emulate American rock and roll, and is the father of pop singers Ricky Wilde, Kim Wilde and Roxanne Wilde.-Career:Wilde was performing under the name Reg Patterson at London's Condor Club in...
, unless otherwise noted.
- "The TouchThe Touch (Kim Wilde song)"The Touch" is the second single from the 1984 Kim Wilde album Teases & Dares, released at the end of the year. It is generally regarded as one of Wilde's flop singles from the British point of view.It was released as both a 7" and 12" single...
" – 4:13 - "Is It Over" – 3:56
- "Suburbs of Moscow" – 3:24
- "Fit In" (Kim WildeKim WildeKim Wilde is an English pop singer, author and television presenter who burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the number 2 UK Singles Chart new wave classic "Kids in America". In 1987 she had a major hit in the United States when her version of The Supremes' classic "You Keep Me Hangin' On"...
) – 4:38 - "Rage to LoveRage to Love"Rage to Love" is the third and final single from Teases & Dares, the fourth studio album by Kim Wilde. Released in April 1985, the song was remixed by Dave Edmunds for its release as a single. It became Wilde's biggest UK hit for three years, reaching the UK Top 20. The B-side —a cover version of...
" – 4:20 - "The Second TimeThe Second Time"The Second Time" is the first single from Kim Wilde's 1984 album Teases & Dares. It was re-titled "Go for It" for the North American market.The track was also Wilde's first release on the MCA record label...
" – 3:54 - "Bladerunner" – 4:29
- "Janine" – 3:47
- "Shangri-La" (Kim Wilde) – 4:49
- "Thought It Was Goodbye" (Kim Wilde, Ricki Wilde, Marty Wilde) – 4:38
"Is It Over" is featured in the film 'Fletch
Fletch (film)
Fletch is a 1985 comedy film about a wisecracking investigative newspaper reporter, Irwin M. Fletcher , who writes under the name of Jane Doe...
'.
Bonus Tracks (2010 Remastered CD Edition)
- "Lovers on a Beach" ("The Second Time" B-side)
- "Shangri-La" (Alternative Version)
- "Putty in Your HandsBaby It's You (album)Baby It's You is a 1962 R&B/pop album by The Shirelles. It contains the 1962 hits "Baby It's You" and "Soldier Boy".-Side one:#"Baby It's You" – 2:43...
" ("Rage to Love" B-side) - "Turn It On" (from "Weird Science" Soundtrack)
- "The Second Time" (7" Version)
- "The Touch" (7" Version)
- "Rage to Love" (7" Version)
Bonus CD (2010 Remastered CD Edition)
- "The Second Time" (12" Version)
- "Lovers On A Beach" (12" Version)
- "Go For It" (Extended Dance Version)
- "The Touch" (12" Version)
- "Shangri-La" (12" Version)
- "Go For It" (Dub Version)
- "Rage To Love" (12" Version)
- "Shangri-La" (Special Re-Mix)
- "The Second Time" (U.S. Remix)
Personnel
- Kim WildeKim WildeKim Wilde is an English pop singer, author and television presenter who burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the number 2 UK Singles Chart new wave classic "Kids in America". In 1987 she had a major hit in the United States when her version of The Supremes' classic "You Keep Me Hangin' On"...
– vocalsSingingSinging is the act of producing musical sounds with the voice, and augments regular speech by the use of both tonality and rhythm. One who sings is called a singer or vocalist. Singers perform music known as songs that can be sung either with or without accompaniment by musical instruments...
, arrangerArrangementThe American Federation of Musicians defines arranging as "the art of preparing and adapting an already written composition for presentation in other than its original form. An arrangement may include reharmonization, paraphrasing, and/or development of a composition, so that it fully represents...
, producerRecord producerA record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
, solinaARP String EnsembleThe ARP String Ensemble, also known as the Solina String Ensemble, is a fully polyphonic multi-orchestral ARP Instruments, Inc. synthesizer with a 49-key keyboard, produced by Solina from 1974 to 1981. The sounds it incorporates are violin, viola, trumpet, horn, cello and contrabass. The keyboard...
, dx-7, mini-moogMoog synthesizerMoog synthesizer may refer to any number of analog synthesizers designed by Dr. Robert Moog or manufactured by Moog Music, and is commonly used as a generic term for older-generation analog music synthesizers. The Moog company pioneered the commercial manufacture of modular voltage-controlled...
, Roland System 700m , Roland Jupiter 8, Polyfusion Modular system, Emu Emulator II, Fairlight CMI, Buchla Series 200, Memorymoog, Oberheim ob-8 , Sequential circuits Prophet 5Sequential Circuits Prophet 5The Prophet-5 is an analog synthesizer that was manufactured by Sequential Circuits in San Jose, California between 1977 and 1984. The Prophet-5 was groundbreaking in that it was one of the first analog synthesizers to implement patch memory, a feature which stored user settings of every parameter...
Additional personnel
- Marty WildeMarty WildeMarty Wilde is an English singer and songwriter. He was among the first generation of British pop stars to emulate American rock and roll, and is the father of pop singers Ricky Wilde, Kim Wilde and Roxanne Wilde.-Career:Wilde was performing under the name Reg Patterson at London's Condor Club in...
– producer, arranger, backing vocals - Ricki Wilde – producer, bassBass guitarThe bass guitar is a stringed instrument played primarily with the fingers or thumb , or by using a pick....
, harmonicaHarmonicaThe harmonica, also called harp, French harp, blues harp, and mouth organ, is a free reed wind instrument used primarily in blues and American folk music, jazz, country, and rock and roll. It is played by blowing air into it or drawing air out by placing lips over individual holes or multiple holes...
, arranger, programming, backing vocals, synclavierSynclavierThe Synclavier System was an early digital synthesizer, polyphonic digital sampling system, and music workstation, manufactured by New England Digital Corporation, Norwich, VT. The original design and development of the Synclavier prototype occurred at Dartmouth College with the collaboration of...
, solina, dx-7, jupiter 8Roland Jupiter-8The Jupiter-8 is an eight-voice polyphonic analog subtractive synthesizer introduced by Roland Corporation in 1981.The Jupiter-8, or JP-8, was Roland's flagship synthesizer for the first half of the 1980's...
, mini-moog, fender jazz bass, guitar - Steve Byrd – guitarGuitarThe guitar is a plucked string instrument, usually played with fingers or a pick. The guitar consists of a body with a rigid neck to which the strings, generally six in number, are attached. Guitars are traditionally constructed of various woods and strung with animal gut or, more recently, with...
, backing vocals - Andy Duncan – percussionPercussion instrumentA percussion instrument is any object which produces a sound when hit with an implement or when it is shaken, rubbed, scraped, or otherwise acted upon in a way that sets the object into vibration...
- Christopher North – drumsDrum kitA drum kit is a collection of drums, cymbals and often other percussion instruments, such as cowbells, wood blocks, triangles, chimes, or tambourines, arranged for convenient playing by a single person ....
- Nigel Mills – engineerAudio engineeringAn audio engineer, also called audio technician, audio technologist or sound technician, is a specialist in a skilled trade that deals with the use of machinery and equipment for the recording, mixing and reproduction of sounds. The field draws on many artistic and vocational areas, including...
- Gary Twigg – bass
- John Shaw – photographyPhotographyPhotography is the art, science and practice of creating durable images by recording light or other electromagnetic radiation, either electronically by means of an image sensor or chemically by means of a light-sensitive material such as photographic film...
Album
Teases & Dares spent only two weeks in the UK Albums ChartUK Albums Chart
The UK Albums Chart is a list of albums ranked by physical and digital sales in the United Kingdom. It is compiled every week by The Official Charts Company and broadcast on a Sunday on BBC Radio 1 , and published in Music Week magazine and on the OCC website .To qualify for the UK albums chart...
, entering at number 66 for the week-ending 17 November 1984, and falling to number 79 the week after. In the US the album peaked at #84.
| Chart (1984) |
Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Albums Chart UK Albums Chart The UK Albums Chart is a list of albums ranked by physical and digital sales in the United Kingdom. It is compiled every week by The Official Charts Company and broadcast on a Sunday on BBC Radio 1 , and published in Music Week magazine and on the OCC website .To qualify for the UK albums chart... |
66 |
| Swiss Top 100 Albums Swiss Music Charts The Swiss Music Charts are Switzerland's main music sales charts. The charts are a record of the highest-selling singles and albums in various genres in Switzerland.The Swiss Charts include:* Singles Top 75... |
10 |
| Swedish Albums Chart Sverigetopplistan Sverigetopplistan, earlier known as Topplistan and Hitlistan and other names, is since October 2007 the Swedish national record chart, based on sales data from Swedish Recording Industry Association .... |
35 |
Singles
| Year | Single | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | "The Second Time" | UK Singles Chart UK Singles Chart The UK Singles Chart is compiled by The Official Charts Company on behalf of the British record-industry. The full chart contains the top selling 200 singles in the United Kingdom based upon combined record sales and download numbers, though some media outlets only list the Top 40 or the Top 75 ... |
29 |
| Dutch Singles Chart Dutch Top 40 The Dutch Top 40 is a weekly music chart, which started as the "Veronica Top 40", because the offshore radio station Radio Veronica was the first to introduce it. It remained "The Veronica Top 40" until 1974, when the station was forced to stop broadcasting... |
23 | ||
| Swiss Singles Chart Swiss Music Charts The Swiss Music Charts are Switzerland's main music sales charts. The charts are a record of the highest-selling singles and albums in various genres in Switzerland.The Swiss Charts include:* Singles Top 75... |
7 | ||
| "The Touch" | UK Singles Chart | 56 | |
| Dutch Singles Chart | 34 | ||
| 1985 | "Go For It" ("The Second Time" U.S. title) |
US Billboard 100 Billboard Hot 100 The Billboard Hot 100 is the United States music industry standard singles popularity chart issued weekly by Billboard magazine. Chart rankings are based on radio play and sales; the tracking-week for sales begins on Monday and ends on Sunday, while the radio play tracking-week runs from Wednesday... |
65 |
| "Rage to Love" | UK Singles Chart | 19 |