Skyhooks - Meglomania

Review by Alexandre Cossette

Meglomania is the third studio album by the Australian glam rock band Skyhooks. Released in 1974, the album was a commercial and critical success, cementing the band's place in the Australian music scene.

The album features the band's trademark sound of catchy, upbeat rock songs with witty and often satirical lyrics. The opening track "Horror Movie" is a standout, with its driving rhythm and tongue-in-cheek lyrics about the horror film genre. Other notable tracks include "All My Friends Are Getting Married", a commentary on the pressure to conform to societal norms, and "Love's Not Good Enough", a ballad that showcases lead singer Graeme "Shirley" Strachan's emotive vocals.

Meglomania also saw the band experiment with different styles, such as the psychedelic-tinged "Smartarse Songwriters" and the country-inspired "Sitting in a Bar in Adelaide". The album finishes with the epic title track, a seven-minute opus that showcases the band's musical prowess.

Summary by Alexandre Cossette

Meglomania is a fun and engaging album that showcases Skyhooks' unique sound and lyrical wit. It remains a classic of Australian rock music and is a must-listen for fans of the genre.