Celebrating 40 Years of INXS’ ‘Listen Like Thieves’ (1985)

October 14, 2025 Albumism Staff

Artist: INXS
Title: Listen Like Thieves (fifth studio album)
Released: October 14, 1985
Label: WEA/Mercury/Atlantic
Running Time: 37 minutes
Our Favorite Songs: “What You Need” | “Listen Like Thieves” | “This Time”

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