2006
Manfred Mann's Earth Band · 2004
48 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and eclectic influences that invites listeners on an auditory journey.
2006 is an album by Manfred Mann's Earth Band, released in 2004. A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and eclectic influences that invites listeners on an auditory journey. The album was significant for its combination of progressive rock with thematic depth, capturing attention within niche music circles. While it did not achieve major commercial success, it received positive reviews from critics who appreciated its artistic ambition and complexity, further solidifying the band's legacy in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 2006 sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and eclectic influences that invites listeners on an auditory journey. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes 2006 by Manfred Mann's Earth Band notable?
The album was significant for its combination of progressive rock with thematic depth, capturing attention within niche music circles. While it did not achieve major commercial success, it received positive reviews from critics who appreciated its artistic ambition and complexity, further solidifying the band's legacy in the genre. By the time '2006' was released in October 2004, Manfred Mann's Earth Band was enjoying a resurgence after their earlier successes in the 1970s and 1980s. This album marked a return to original material as well as a continuation of their exploration of diverse musical styles, following their last studio album, 'Mann Alive', from 1996.
How many songs are on 2006?
2006 has 14 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Demons and Dragons Standout 3:29
- 2 Two Brides (interlude) 1:22
- 3 Down in Mexico 3:31
- 4 Happenstance (instrumental) 3:02
- 5 The History of Sexual Jealousy, Parts 17 to 24 Standout 4:46
- 6 Black Eyes 2:10
- 7 Mars 3:56
- 8 Get Me Out of This Standout 5:35
- 9 Frog 4:29
- 10 Two Friends 5:24
- 11 Monkmann 3:10
- 12 Marche Slave (instrumental interlude) 1:42
- 13 Independent Woman 3:30
- 14 Dragons (reprise) 2:01
Release Date
October 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
48 min 15 sec
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