The “The Rise And Fall” Years (1982-1983)
Country
Year
Format
House Of Fun
House of Fun, Composed by Mike Barson and Lee Thompson, two of the band's founding members and primary songwriters, was released as a standalone single on May 14, 1982. From the moment it hit the airwaves, "House of Fun" captured the hearts and ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: 409996 4093223
Released: August 2, 2024
マッドネス・ザ・ベスト
The Madness album, released by Victor Records in Japan in 1983, is a unique compilation exclusive to the Japanese market. It features a mix of popular and lesser-known tracks that showcase the band’s evolving sound in the early 1980s. Notable ...
Country: Japan
Catalogue: VIL-6060 / STIFF 6060 / GHS-4003
Released: April 23, 1983
Driving In My Car
The single "Driving in My Car", written by Mike Barson, significantly impacted the charts. It was released as a standalone on 24th July 1982 and remained on the UK Singles Chart for eight impressive weeks, peaking at number four. The B-side of ...
Country: Scandinavia
Catalogue: BUY 153
Released: July 12, 1982
Madness Halloween
In 2021, BMG unveiled an exquisite gift for fans of Madness: a meticulously curated playlist brimming with an eclectic array of tunes tailored to suit diverse occasions and emotions. From the sun-soaked vibes of Summer to the amorous melodies ...
Country: United Kingdom
Released: October 21, 2021
Our House
'Our House', a song penned by Chas Smash and Chris Foreman, made a significant global impact. It was the lead single from their fourth studio album, The Rise & Fall, and was released on 12 November 1982. The song's popularity soared, ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: PBUY 163
Released: November 15, 1982
Madness, By Chas
Check out this six-track compilation EP available on all major streaming services and listen to some of the Madness songs written by Chas Smash, from the classic 1982 single Our House to How Can I Tell You from the 2012 album Oui Oui, Si Si, Ja ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: 4099964 029185
Released: February 16, 2024
Driving In My Car
The single "Driving in My Car", written by Mike Barson, significantly impacted the charts. It was released as a standalone on 24th July 1982 and remained on the UK Singles Chart for eight impressive weeks, peaking at number four. The B-side of ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: BUY 153
Released: July 12, 1982
ハウス・オブ・ファン
The single “House of Fun” was released in Japan in 1982 during the peak of the band’s popularity. Originally a UK chart-topper, the song reached No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart, becoming Madness’ only No. 1 hit. Released by Victor Records, the ...
Country: Japan
Catalogue: VIPX-1643 / STIFF-1643
Released: June 1, 1982
The Rise & Fall
Released on November 5, 1982, The Rise & Fall stands as a pivotal moment in the career of British band Madness. Issued through Stiff Records, it was their fourth studio album and marked a departure from the brash, light-hearted style of their ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: SEEZ 46
Released: November 5, 1982
Madness
Madness, released in 1983 on Geffen Records, was a compilation album specifically tailored for the American market. Although Madness was a well-established band in the UK by then, they had limited exposure in the United States. Geffen Records ...
Country: United States
Catalogue: GHS 4003
Released: April 23, 1983
Driving In My Car
The single "Driving in My Car", written by Mike Barson, significantly impacted the charts. It was released as a standalone on 24th July 1982 and remained on the UK Singles Chart for eight impressive weeks, peaking at number four. The B-side of ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: BUY 153
Released: July 12, 1982
It Must Be Love
It Must Be Love was released as a standalone single on November 23, 1981. It reached #4 on the UK singles chart and appeared on their UK number one compilation album Complete Madness the following year and on many other Madness compilations ...
Country: Canada
Catalogue: 92 95627
Released: August 20, 1983
I Do Like To Be B-Side The A-Side (Volume Two)
This LP is the second in a trilogy celebrating Madness’s B-side legacy, following Volume One (2018, 1979–1982) and preceding Volume Three (2023, 1999–2009). Spanning singles from "Driving In My Car" to "(Waiting For) The Ghost Train," it ...
Country: Worldwide
Catalogue: BMGCAT500LP
Released: June 12, 2021
The Best Of Madness
The Best of Madness, released by Musart Records in Mexico around 1983, is a rare and highly sought-after compilation album that highlights Madness’s early hits. Tailored specifically for the Mexican market, this album captures the band’s ...
Country: Mexico
Catalogue: EDI-60735
Released: April 23, 1983
It’s Madness
Released in 1990 as part of Virgin's VIP series, *"It's... Madness"* is a budget-friendly compilation album that was available in both CD and cassette formats and was designed to reintroduce popular tracks from the band's earlier years at an ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: VVIPD 107
Released: March 5, 1990
Driving In My Car
The single "Driving in My Car", written by Mike Barson, significantly impacted the charts. It was released as a standalone on 24th July 1982 and remained on the UK Singles Chart for eight impressive weeks, peaking at number four. The B-side of ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: SBUY 153
Released: July 16, 1982
Madness, By Mike
Check out this six-track compilation EP available on all major streaming services and listen to some of the Madness songs written by Mike Barson from the single My Girl in 1979 to the 2023 single C'Est La Vie from the album The Theater of the ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: 4099964 029178
Released: February 2, 2024
It Must Be Love
It Must Be Love was released as a standalone single on November 23, 1981. It reached #4 on the UK singles chart and appeared on their UK number one compilation album Complete Madness the following year and on many other Madness compilations ...
Country: United States
Catalogue: 7-29562
Released: August 20, 1983
Madness, By Chrissy Boy
Check out this exclusive six-track compilation EP—a must for hardcore collectors. This special release celebrates some of Madness’ finest tracks penned by Chrissy Boy, spanning over four decades of the band’s iconic sound. From the 1980 classic ...
Country: Worldwide
Catalogue: MAD-BUY-5
Released: April 25, 2024
Madness, By Chas (Revised)
Check out this six-track compilation EP available on all major streaming services and listen to some of the Madness songs written by Chas Smash, from the classic 1982 single Our House to How Can I Tell You from the 2012 album Oui Oui, Si Si, Ja ...
Country: United Kingdom
Catalogue: 4099964 029185
Released: March 29, 2024
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