The Cars Shake it up

The Cars – Shake It Up (1981)

Experience the new wave brilliance of The Cars' fourth studio album on premium vinyl. Shake It Up captures the band at their commercial peak, blending infectious synth-pop hooks with rock edge that defined early '80s radio.

Essential Listening

• Hit Singles: The title track "Shake It Up" and the haunting "Since You're Gone" showcase Ric Ocasek's songwriting mastery
• Sonic Signature: Roy Thomas Baker's production delivers crisp, layered arrangements that reward attentive listening
• Timeless Appeal: From the driving rhythm of "Touch and Go" to the atmospheric closer "This Could Be Love," every track demonstrates why The Cars remain new wave royalty

For the Audiophile

This vinyl pressing preserves the album's distinctive sonic character—the interplay between Greg Hawkes' synthesizers, Elliot Easton's guitar work, and Benjamin Orr's melodic bass lines. Ideal for systems that can reveal the depth and detail in Baker's meticulous production.

A cornerstone album for any serious rock or new wave collection, Shake It Up represents American new wave at its most accessible and enduring.