Cavaliers: An Anthology 1973-1974
Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel · 2012
224 min · 49 tracks · rock music
Eclectic rock melodies blend with theatrical storytelling, creating a vibrant tapestry of British glam and art rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sebastian — This track encapsulates Harley's lyrical depth and melodic strength, becoming a defining anthem of the early glam rock movement.
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Crazy Raver — Its infectious energy and playful lyrics showcase the band's ability to weave humor into rock music, reflecting the cultural zeitgeist of the era.
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Mr. Soft — This song combines catchy hooks with whimsical storytelling, illustrating Harley's knack for blending pop sensibilities with rock complexity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical storytelling with vivid imagery
- exploratory listening across multiple versions
- quirky narratives that provoke thought
- varied track lengths for surprises
- eclectic melodies for diverse moods
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, concise albums
- seek consistent energy throughout
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2012, 'Cavaliers: An Anthology 1973-1974' compiles Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel's early works, showcasing their artistic evolution following the commercial success of 'Sebastian' in the early 1970s. This collection provides insight into the band's formative years during a period marked by experimentation and vivid lyrical narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Roxy Music· T. Rex
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hideaway 3:48
- 2 What Ruthy Said 2:29
- 3 Loretta's Tale 4:11
- 4 Crazy Raver 3:44
- 5 Sebastian 6:57
- 6 Mirror Freak 5:11
- 7 My Only Vice 2:48
- 8 Muriel the Actor 4:09
- 9 Cameleon 0:48
- 10 Death Trip 9:51
- 11 Sebastian (DJ edit) 3:51
- 12 Rock and Roll Paradise 2:54
- 13 Judy Teen 3:43
- 14 Spaced Out 2:59
Disc 2
- 1 Sweet Dreams 2:04
- 2 Psychomodo 4:01
- 3 Mr. Soft 3:17
- 4 Singular Band 2:56
- 5 Ritz 7:15
- 6 Cavaliers 8:33
- 7 Bed in the Corner 3:32
- 8 Sling It! 2:38
- 9 Tumbling Down 5:54
- 10 Such a Dream 5:04
- 11 Big Big Deal 4:31
Disc 3
- 1 Sebastian (early version) 8:15
- 2 Hideaway (early version) 4:04
- 3 Chameleon (early version) 0:47
- 4 Death Trip (early version) 8:49
- 5 Loretta's Tale (early version) 4:45
- 6 Crazy River (early version) 4:03
- 7 Mirror Freak (early version) 5:35
- 8 My Only Vice (early version) 2:54
- 9 Rock and Roll Parade (early version) 3:29
- 10 Judy Teen (early version) 4:10
- 11 Crazy Raver (Stereo mix) 3:45
- 12 Rock and Roll Parade (Unedited version) 3:28
- 13 Mr. Soft (alternate mix) 3:22
- 14 Big Big Deal (Full version) 5:34
Disc 4
- 1 Hideaway 5:03
- 2 Crazy Raver 3:50
- 3 Loretta's Tale 4:40
- 4 Sebastian 7:38
- 5 Death Trip 11:24
- 6 Hideaway 4:15
- 7 My Only Vice 2:47
- 8 Bed in the Corner/Sling It! 6:06
- 9 Mr. Soft 3:15
- 10 Sweet Dreams/Psychomodo 5:42
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