Sunday, March 1, 2026

Herbie Hancock - Monster

Today Marks The 46th Anniversary of Herbie Hancock’s 23rd Studio Album “Monster” Originally Released on March 1, 1980.

 

“Monster” is the twenty-third song album by jazz, funk pianist Herbie Hancock released in 1980 on Columbia Records.

 

The album reached #24 on the U.S. Billboard Soul LP's chart, and at #94 on the U.S. Billboard Top LPs & Tapes charts.

 

The song "Stars in Your Eyes," was released as a single from the album it reached#33 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Soul Singles charts.

 

The album’s second single “Go for It” reached #12 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Music charts.

 

“Monster” is generally considered a decent, well-recorded album for the disco era, but not a highlight of Hancock's career. It is recommended for fans of 1980s pop-funk rather than those seeking traditional jazz-fusion.

 

Tracklisting

1. Saturday Night

2. Stars in Your Eyes

3. Go for It

4. Don't Hold It In

5. Making Love

6. It All Comes Around

 

By Romie Rome for Musique Funkology. ©

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