The Blow Monkeys - Digging Your Scene (1986) HQ

“Digging Your Scene“ is a song recorded by English band The Blow Monkeys for their second studio album, Animal Magic (1986). The single was released in February 1986 as the second one from the parent record. It was written by lead singer Dr. Robert (Robert Howard), while Howard, Peter Wilson, and Adam Moesley produced it. The single was widely praised by music critics, with several agreeing it would succeed as a radio single. Others appreciated the mainstream feel and quirkiness of the production. It was also a commercially successful single, peaking at #10 in New Zealand and at #14 in the United States. “Digging Your Scene“ reached #12 in the United Kingdom, becoming their highest peaking single at the time. A pop, soul, and jazz song with influence from European and British music, The Blow Monkeys subtly discuss the hatred and criticism of individuals who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS.