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It's a Jungle

by Three Dog Night

Released: May 16, 1983

Rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"It's a Jungle" by Three Dog Night is an EP released in 1983. It marked a return for the band after a hiatus that followed their decline in popularity in the late 1970s. Three Dog Night was a highly successful rock band during the late 1960s and early 1970s, known for their harmony-rich vocals and upbeat rock sound.

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The EP "It's a Jungle" includes tracks that…

The EP "It's a Jungle" includes tracks that reflect a modern take compared to their earlier hits, as they adapted to the changing musical landscape of the 1980s.

The title track, "It's a Jungle Out There,"…

The title track, "It's a Jungle Out There," is a commentary on the complexities and challenges of life.

The EP also includes other songs that exhibit…

The EP also includes other songs that exhibit the band's signature vocal harmonies and rock influence.

This release was an attempt by the band…

This release was an attempt by the band to reconnect with their existing fans and capture new ones, leveraging their distinct sound in a contemporary context.

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Reception

While it didn't achieve the commercial success of their earlier releases, "It's a Jungle" is significant for showcasing Three Dog Night's evolution and adaptation.

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The EP "It's a Jungle" includes tracks that reflect a modern take compared to their earlier hits, as they adapted to the changing musical landscape of the 1980s. The title track, "It's a Jungle Out There," is a commentary on the complexities and challenges of life. The EP also includes other songs that exhibit the band's signature vocal harmonies and rock influence.

This release was an attempt by the band to reconnect with their existing fans and capture new ones, leveraging their distinct sound in a contemporary context. While it didn't achieve the commercial success of their earlier releases, "It's a Jungle" is significant for showcasing Three Dog Night's evolution and adaptation.