Broadcasting from Home
Penguin Cafe Orchestra · 1984
47 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A whimsical blend of eclectic instrumentation and soothing melodies that evoke a sense of serene exploration.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical exploration of sound
- steady melodic journey throughout
- for serene afternoons
- gentle background for creativity
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy experiences
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1984, 'Broadcasting from Home' was the third studio album by Penguin Cafe Orchestra, following their acclaimed second album, 'When in Rome...'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their unique sound characterized by an experimental fusion of folk, jazz, and classical elements, establishing themselves as innovators within the avant-garde music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Music for a Found Harmonium 3:39
- 2 Prelude & Yodel 3:50
- 3 More Milk 3:11
- 4 Sheep Dip 4:00
- 5 White Mischief 5:50
- 6 In the Back of a Taxi 3:22
- 7 Music by Numbers 4:41
- 8 Another One From the Colonies 3:06
- 9 Air 4:20
- 10 Heartwind 4:12
- 11 Isle of View (Music for Helicopter Pilots) 4:30
- 12 Now Nothing 2:58
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