Formed in 1976, The Cars were an American rock band that achieved immense success in the late 1970s and early 1980s with their unique blend of new wave, punk, and classic rock influences. Led by principal songwriter and lead vocalist Ric Ocasek, the group's music was marked by catchy hooks, quirky lyrics, and a distinctive blend of analog and digital instrumentation.
The Cars' breakthrough came with their second album, "Candy-O," released in 1979. The record spawned hits like "Let's Go" and "Shake It Up," which captured the band's frenetic energy and clever songcraft. Over the course of their career, the group would release a string of successful albums, including "Heartbeat City" and "Door to Door," featuring fan favorites like "You Might Think" and "Drive."
The Cars' influence can be heard in many later rock bands, from R.E.M. to Weezer. Although the band's commercial peak came in the 1980s, their music remains beloved by fans of all ages. In 2018, The Cars were posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a testament to their enduring impact on rock music.
THE CARS on VINYL: SHAKE IT UP. 1981, Elektra, K 52330, Matrix ends in "1". EX.
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THE CARS - CANDY-O (1979 LP) 1ST UK PRESS! VG! inc Lyrics Inner Sleeve
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The Cars - Panorama First Press LP Vinyl Record - K52240 VG+/VG+
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The Cars. CANDY-O. vinyl LP, UK K 52148, 1979. A1/B1 1st, inner EX+(NM?)/EX/EX
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THE CARS - THE CARS (1978 LP) 1980s EUROPEAN REISSUE! EX+! inc Lyrics Inner
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The Cars Tonight She Comes 7'' Vinyl Record 1985 Elektra EKR 30 Free Postage
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The Cars Since You're Gone 12'' Picture Disc Vinyl Record 1982 Elektra K13177PT
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The Cars Just What I Needed 7'' Picture Disc Vinyl Record 1978 Elektra Damont
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THE CARS - PANORAMA (1980 LP) 1ST EUROPEAN PRESS! NEAR MINT VINYL! inc Lyrics
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THE CARS - SHAKE IT UP (1981 LP) RARE 1ST UK PRESS! NEAR MINT VINYL!
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The Cars - Just What I Needed - Limited Edition 12" Vinyl 1978
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The Cars Heartbeat City Vinyl Record EX/VG 960296-1 1984 1st Press
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The Cars - Candy-O - LP Vinyl Record - VG+ EX 1979 UK A1/B1 First Press Elektra
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The Cars Heartbeat City Gatefold LP Album Vinyl Record 960 296-1 Elektra - EX/VG
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The Cars- Let’s Go- That’s It- Elektra 7” 1979 Supplied with Cars badge
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The Cars Let's Go 7 Inch Single Vinyl - Excellent Condition 1979
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The Cars Just What I Needed/I'm In Touch with your World Pic Disc Ex. 1978
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