Tag: Vapors

  • The Vapors’ album “Magnets” suffers from a lack of lyrical variety despite solid musicianship. With most songs by Dave Fenton, the lyrics feel repetitive and uninspired. While “Jimmie Jones” stands out, the overall effort fails to secure a strong UK…

    The Vapors | Magnets | Liberty | 1980
  • The Vapors’ debut album, “New Clear Days,” showcases their catchy melodies and clever lyrics, blending pop with urgent themes. Despite mixed audio quality and a loss of on-stage energy, tracks like “Letter From Hiro” and “Turning Japanese” highlight their songwriting…

    The Vapors | New Clear Days | United Artists | 1980
  • Jimmie Jones’ single, released on May 22, 1981, features “Daylight Titans” as the B-side. Produced by Dave Tickle and published under the Liberty label, the record, identified as BP 401, was purchased on July 15, 1981.

    The Vapors | Jimmie Jones | Liberty | 1981