Coup de Grâce (Mink DeVille album)

Coup de Grâce is the fourth studio album by Mink DeVille, released in 1981. The album represents a shift in sound for the band, incorporating a more polished and commercially accessible rock style while still retaining elements of their earlier punk and R&B influences. It was produced by Steve Nieve, keyboardist for Elvis Costello and the Attractions.

Notable tracks include "Love & Emotion," co-written with Ben E. King, and "Maybe Tomorrow," a cover of the Italian song "Domani No" which became a European hit for Mink DeVille. Other tracks explored themes of love, loss, and urban alienation, which were characteristic of Willy DeVille's songwriting.

While Coup de Grâce received mixed reviews upon its initial release, it is now generally considered a significant album in Mink DeVille's discography, showcasing Willy DeVille's evolving musical style and continued songwriting prowess. It remains a popular album among fans and is often cited as one of the band's most underrated works.