“…there’s an immense, gutsy weight and power to this. Michael Hutchence’s voice on the Analogue Productions version is far more in a natural, ambient kind of space … it’s soft, and warm and airy and seductive. … but this is not in any way, shape or form implying that this soft and fuzzy around the edges, or smoothed over … it absolutely isn’t. I think this is supremely judged by Ryan Smith. … the bass is really deep, really weighty, there’s a phenomenal kind of kick, and power and drive.”— Dave Denyer, Youtube video

“You have such wonderful air between all those instruments. You have a lot of attack in this record … it opens it up so brilliantly without … in a nutshell, this reissue makes this brilliant record an unbelievable record.” — Michael Ludwigs, 45 RPM Audiophile, YouTube video

Kick, the sixth and best-selling 1987 studio album by Australian band INXS, has the unmistakable sound personified by its four U.S. Top 10 singles, “New Sensation,” “Never Tear Us Apart,” “Devil Inside” and “Need You Tonight,” — which reached the top of the U.S. Billboard singles charts.

Between 1980 and 1984, INXS released four studio albums and had toured their native country Australia extensively. With Kick, producer Chris Thomas fused the funk and soul of their previous album The Swing with the mainstream rock of Listen Like Thieves. In an interview with MusicRadar, Andrew Farriss stated, “The melding of funk and rock was always in our heads. We were very excited about the idea of overlaying two types of songs and genres together.”

Kick showcased a diverse range of musical styles, blending rock, pop, funk, and dance elements. This versatility appealed to a wide audience, making the album accessible to fans of different genres. It’s four catchy singles became radio staples and were accompanied by stylish music videos, helping propel INXS to international stardom.

Incorporating elements such as electronic percussion and synthesizers gave Kick a modern sound, helping it stand out, together with Michael Hutchence’s charismatic and sultry vocals that created a strong emotional connection.

All the hallmarks of a top-notch Analogue Productions reissue are here for you to savor: Mastered directly from an EQ’d Dolby tape copy by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound and cut at 45 RPM. Pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Quality Record Pressings, and housed in a tip-on old style gatefold double pocket jacket by Stoughton Printing.