Acquiring the Taste
Gentle Giant · 1971
39 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock
A complex tapestry of intricate melodies and harmonies, weaving together rock, jazz, and classical influences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- intricate melodies for detail lovers
- engaging in-order listening experience
- wave-like pacing for immersion
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 16, 1971, 'Acquiring the Taste' was Gentle Giant's second album, coming just a year after their self-titled debut. At this point in their career, the band was beginning to carve out their niche within the progressive rock scene, showcasing their unique blend of musical styles and innovative arrangements that would define their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- King Crimson· Yes· Jethro Tull
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pantagruel's Nativity 6:50
- 2 Edge of Twilight 3:47
- 3 The House, the Street, the Room 6:01
- 4 Acquiring the Taste 1:36
- 5 Wreck 4:36
- 6 The Moon Is Down 4:45
- 7 Black Cat 3:51
- 8 Plain Truth 7:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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