A Period of Transition
Van Morrison · 1977
34 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion
A soulful blend of jazz-inflected melodies and introspective lyrics that reflects a personal and artistic evolution.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Gotta Make It Through the World Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its motivational lyrics and uplifting melody, emphasizing resilience in the face of life's challenges.
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Flamingos Fly — Here, Morrison's poetic imagery combines with jazz-inspired instrumentation, showcasing his ability to weave complex emotions into accessible music.
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Cold Wind in August — This track highlights Morrison's reflective lyricism, capturing a sense of longing and nostalgia that permeates the album, connecting deeply with listeners.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- soulful exploration of transformation
- warm afternoon listening experience
- thoughtful melodies for introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy instant gratification
- prefer standalone track variety
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Marks a shift in sound and themes for Morrison, exploring personal introspection.
- Themes
- personal transformation· philosophical resilience· introspective balladry
- Career context
- By 1977, Van Morrison was transitioning from the commercial success of his earlier works like 'Moondance' to a more introspective phase. 'A Period of Transition' marks his first album after leaving Warner Brothers and showcases a shift toward self-exploration and spiritual themes in his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Bob Dylan· John Hiatt
Tracklist
- 1 You Gotta Make It Through the World Start here 5:11
- 2 It Fills You Up 4:39
- 3 The Eternal Kansas City 5:27
- 4 Joyous Sound 2:50
- 5 Flamingos Fly 4:46
- 6 Heavy Connection 5:26
- 7 Cold Wind in August 5:47
If this landed
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The Hissing of Summer Lawns
Joni Mitchell
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Aja
Steely Dan
Combines jazz fusion with reflective themes, creating a polished, introspective sound.
Songs of Love and Hate
Leonard Cohen
Shares deep philosophical themes and an introspective lyrical style with soulful melodies.
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