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Elliot Easton Reflects on The Cars' "Heartbeat City" Legacy

4/29/2025

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Elliot Easton reminisces about The Cars' iconic 1984 album, Heartbeat City, crafted under the watchful eye of producer Mutt Lange. Despite some creative tensions, the album soared to commercial heights with unforgettable tracks like "Drive" and "You Might Think." Easton appreciates Lange's precision, celebrating the album's lasting influence and brilliance.

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Elliot Easton reminisces about The Cars' iconic 1984 album, Heartbeat City, crafted under the watchful eye of producer Mutt Lange. Despite some creative tensions, the album soared to commercial heights with unforgettable tracks like "Drive" and "You Might Think." Easton appreciates Lange's precision, celebrating the album's lasting influence and brilliance.