Kid Creole And The Coconuts - Doppelganger

Year Released: 1983 (Album)
Genre: Latin Pop, New Wave, Tropical Rock, Disco, Funk.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "Doppelganger" is a studio album by Kid Creole and The Coconuts, released in 1983. This album followed their most commercially successful period, still showcasing the band's signature blend of influences that made them a truly unique act of the 1980s. The album delves deeper into the sophisticated fusion of Latin rhythms, disco-funk grooves, big band swing, and theatrical pop that defined their sound. Lyrically, August Darnell (Kid Creole) continues his playful and often ironic storytelling, exploring themes of identity, romance, and urban escapades. Musically, it features the band's tight instrumentation, prominent horn sections, infectious basslines, and the lush, harmonized backing vocals of The Coconuts. "Doppelganger" is praised by fans for its ambitious songwriting and intricate arrangements, reinforcing the band's reputation as musical innovators with a distinct visual and sonic style