"Real Life" is the debut studio album by the English post-punk band Magazine, released in June 1978. The album features a blend of punk energy, art rock experimentation, and sharp lyrics delivered by frontman Howard Devoto. Songs like "Shot by Both Sides" and "Definitive Gaze" showcase the band's distinctive sound, characterized by angular guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and Devoto's charismatic vocals. "Real Life" received critical acclaim upon its release and is considered a seminal album in the post-punk genre, influencing numerous bands that followed. Its innovative blend of punk attitude and artful songwriting continues to resonate with listeners, solidifying Magazine's place in the annals of alternative music history.
