Absolutely (Favorite Album Track Poll)

Let The Music World Know Your Feelings About This Release

Absolutely (Favorite Tracks)

Absolutely is the 1980 second album from the British ska band Madness. The album reached number 2 in the UK album charts. Absolutely spawned some of the band's biggest hits, most notably "Baggy Trousers", which peaked at number 3 in the UK and spent more than four months in the singles chart.

We are excited to have you here and want you to enjoy the experience while participating in Madzine Magazine's growth. If you have a great idea for a new quiz, please don't hesitate to reach out at any time. We carefully review each submission, using your input and comments to continuously improve our site and products. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us create a better experience for all our users.

Name(Required)

The poll and quiz system no longer requires an account, but please let us know who you are. Spam and Abuse will be deleted.

First Last

Email(Required)

You'll need a valid email address if you'd like to receive the results and updates. Abuse will be deleted.

The Album

Grade: 'Absolutely' Out of Five Stars.(Required)

Evaluate and score this album out of five stars. Did it exceed your expectations, fall short, or perfectly capture the essence you anticipated?

ExcellentPretty goodNeutralNot so greatTerrible

Standout Tracks: What Were Your Top Four Standout Tracks From The Album?(Required)

Baggy Trousers

Embarrassment

E.R.N.I.E.

Close Escape

Not Home Today

On The Beat Pete

Solid Gone

Take It Or Leave It

Shadow Of Fear

Disappear

Overdone

In The Rain

You Said

Return Of The Los Palmas 7

Overview: Share Your Memories of the 'Absolutely.' Era (1980-1981)

This is your chance to have your best memories published in Madzine Magazine, where they will be showcased for our entire readership to enjoy. Don’t miss the opportunity to share your experiences and inspire others with the moments that mean the most to you.

The Singles

Which Single was your Favorite?(Required)

Baggy Trousers

Embarrassment

Return Of The Los Palmas 7

Favourite Tracks

Did you Know that 'Baggy Trousers'' was released on 12" in 2022 for Record Store Day, which additional five track(s) were featured on the 12" EP 538718031?(Required)

Embarrassment (Instrumental)

Disappear

You Said

Not Home Today

On The Beat Pete

The Business

Le Grand Pantalon

Crying Shame

E.R.N.I.E.

That's The Way To Do It

Did you Know that 'Embarrassment'' was released on 12" in 2024 for Record Store Day, which additional five track(s) were featured on the 12" EP BMGCAT868SV?(Required)

Embarrassment (Instrumental)

You Said

Not Home Today

On The Beat Pete

Crying Shame

Le Grand Pantalon

E.R.N.I.E.

The Business

That's The Way To Do It

Disappear

Do you know which additional three tracks appeared on the Mexican 12" release TI-70507?(Required)

One Step Beyond (Versión En Inglés)

Baggy Trousers

The Business

Night Boat To Cairo

One Step Beyond ...

E.R.N.I.E.

Shut Up

Disappear

Crying Shame

One Step Beyond (Versión Español)

That's The Way To Do It

You Said

Do you know which additional five tracks appeared on the Japanese 12" EP release VIP-5907?(Required)

You Said

Swan Lake (Live)

Crying Shame

My Girl

Disappear

The Business

In The Rain

E.R.N.I.E.

Shut Up

Baggy Trousers

That's The Way To Do It

One Step Beyond ...

Not Home Today

Do you know which four additional tracks appeared on the New Zealand 12" release MAD 1?(Required)

In The Rain

That's The Way To Do It

My Girl

The Business

Crying Shame

One Step Beyond (Versión Español)

One Step Beyond ...

Night Boat To Cairo

On The Beat Pete

Shut Up

Baggy Trousers

Which Track from the Album 'Absolutely' could have been the Follow up Single to Return Of The Los Palmas 7?(Required)

E.R.N.I.E.

Close Escape

Not Home Today

On The Beat Pete

Solid Gone

Take It Or Leave It

Shadow Of Fear

Disappear

Overdone

In The Rain

You Said

Choose Your Top Two B' Sides Tracks!(Required)

The Business

Crying Shame

That's The Way To Do It

Swan Lake (Live)

My Girl (Demo)

How would you rate the impact the videos for the singles had on you and the music scene?(Required)

Did their creativity leave a lasting impression, what do you think about the effort and artistry that went into bringing these videos to life?

	Poor	Fair	Good	Very Good	Excellent
Impact
Creativity
Visuals
Effort

Studio Albums

Which Are Your Three Favourite Madness Studio Albums?(Required)

One Step Beyond...

Absolutely

Seven

Rise And Fall

Keep Moving

Mad Not Mad

Wonderful

The Dangermen Sessions

Liberty Of Norton Folgate

Oui Oui Si Si Ja Ja Da Da

Can't Touch Us Now

Theatre Of The Absurd

The Band

Who Are Your Three Favourite Madness Members?(Required)

Mike (Monsieur Barso) Barson

Chris (Chrissy Boy) Foreman

Lee (El Thommo) Thompson

Mark (Bedders) Bedford

Daniel (Woody) Woodgate

Graham (Suggs) McPherson

Cathal (Chas) Smyth

General Round Up... (optional)

Here, we aim to gauge the feelings and dedication of Madness fans, from casual listeners to hardcore collectors. This is your chance to express yourself. The collected data will be shared with the band's label and the band themselves, and ultimately, your input will be published in Madzine Magazine.

Which formats do you prefer when purchasing music?

Vinyl

Compact Disc

Cassette

Download

Streaming Service

What are your thoughts on the recent releases and the following features and issues?

	Dislike	Indifferent	Love
Limited Editions
Mulitple Formats
Bonus Tracks
New and Enhanced Artwork
Regular Re-Issues

Do you feel that the Record Label and Madness themselves provide enough value to both the average fan and the dedicated collector?

Yes (Absolutely)

Not Really (Could Do Better)

No Opinon

Have Your Say.... we want to hear your voice!

Share your thoughts and join the fun discussion about this album! Let the music community know your perspective on its highs, lows, and overall impact. Feel free to provide as many or as few details as you like—just enjoy expressing your opinion!

... And in Conclusion

We deeply care about our customers and visitors, and your input is invaluable to us. By providing this basic information, you help us understand your needs and preferences better. This, in turn, allows us to improve and tailor our services, polls, and quizzes to serve you better. Your feedback ensures that we can create the best possible experience for everyone. Thank you for helping us make continuous improvements.

How often do you listen to Madness?(Required)

Everyday

Few times a week

Rarely

Never

Which of the following age groups do you fall into?(Required)

Under 18

19-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

Are you a Madzine Magazine Customer?(Required)

Yes

How would you best describe why you are not currently a Madzine reader(Required)

Not aware of the magazine.

Subscription cost is too high.

Content does not match interests.

Prefer digital versions over print.

Found more engaging content elsewhere.

Poor past experience with the magazine.

Rather not answer...

Please leave this field empty

DON’T MISS A MOMENT OF MADNESS

Check out the latest scoop on Madzine magazine! It’s a semi-official publication for Madness and music fans. If you’re a Madness fan, you’ll love this chance to experience the charm of a “Fanzine” through a new generation’s eyes.

Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription.