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Bruno Mars - 24K Magic
Buy Bruno Mars — 24K Magic on LP vinyl from Kilmorna in Listowel, Ireland. Pop record with verified album details.
LP · 2016 · Atlantic
Available from Kilmorna Collection in Listowel.
Buyer notes: 2016 LP on Atlantic, currently available from the Kilmorna Collection vinyl shelf. Pay for pickup in Listowel, ship within Ireland from EUR 5.95 per record or outside Ireland from EUR 12.00 per record.
24K Magic is Bruno Mars’s sleek, nine-track dive into a world of modern funk, R&B, and pop wrapped in unapologous glamour. Across the album, he channels the spirit of late‑80s and early‑90s party records, but filters it through contemporary production and a tightly edited running time that never wastes a hook. The songs move from strutting, synth‑driven anthems to slow jams that lean into smooth melodies and rich vocal harmonies. The record’s sequence feels like a carefully curated night out: the title track sets a celebratory tone, while cuts like Chunky and Perm keep the momentum high with elastic grooves and playful lyrics. That’s What I Like and Versace On The Floor add a more romantic, slow‑burning side, highlighting Mars’s ear for melody and his classic soul influences. With just nine songs, every track has a clear role, making the album a focused statement rather than a grab‑bag of singles.
24K Magic stands out as a deliberate throwback that still feels sharply current, reconnecting mainstream pop with the lush arrangements and live‑band feel of earlier R&B eras. It helped cement Bruno Mars’s reputation as an artist who can balance nostalgia with innovation, crafting songs that sound instantly familiar but never dated. For a collection, this album captures a distinct moment when radio pop swung back toward groove, brass, and big choruses. It offers a concise snapshot of Mars at full creative control, refining his sound into something both luxurious and tightly disciplined, and it remains a reference point for contemporary party records with real musical depth.
This LP is a focused, front‑to‑back listen built around a consistent mood and sound, which makes it particularly satisfying on the turntable. The nine tracks form a coherent arc, from upbeat celebrations to polished slow jams, rewarding repeated full‑album spins rather than just dropping the needle on a single hit. Collectors looking to represent the resurgence of polished, groove‑heavy pop in the 2010s will find this a key title. Its combination of concise length, strong sequencing, and distinctive aesthetic makes it a cornerstone for any shelf that traces the line from classic R&B showmanship to contemporary chart‑topping production.
A glossy, groove‑driven blend of funk‑infused R&B and pop with tight rhythms, prominent synths, and rich multi‑layered vocals designed for both dance floors and late‑night listening.
Recommended for: Listeners who love polished R&B‑pop with strong hooks and sing‑along choruses; Fans of retro‑influenced funk and soul updated with modern production; Collectors building a focused set of key 2010s mainstream pop albums; DJs and party hosts seeking a concise, high‑energy record that plays straight through; Fans of Bruno Mars who want a snapshot of his most tightly crafted studio work.
Is 24K Magic a full studio album or an EP? 24K Magic is a full studio album, containing nine tracks that together form a complete, carefully sequenced set rather than a shorter EP or single release. What kind of music style dominates this album? The album leans heavily into funk‑inspired R&B and pop, drawing on late‑80s and early‑90s influences while using contemporary production to keep the sound bright, tight, and radio‑ready. Is this a good entry point for someone new to Bruno Mars on vinyl? Yes, this album is an excellent starting point because it captures Bruno Mars’s blend of showmanship, melodic songwriting, and groove‑centric production in a concise, cohesive package that translates especially well to vinyl listening.