Chameleon in the Shadow of the Night
Peter Hammill · 1973
50 min · 8 tracks · rock music
An introspective journey blending rock with poetic lyricism, layered instrumentation, and Hammill's haunting vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective journeys through sound
- haunting vocals for deep reflection
- slow-burning narratives that unfold
- poetic lyricism with emotional weight
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, danceable tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1973, 'Chameleon in the Shadow of the Night' is Peter Hammill's fourth solo album, following his acclaimed work with Van der Graaf Generator. At this point in his career, Hammill was exploring more personal themes and complex arrangements, setting himself apart from mainstream rock while solidifying his artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Van der Graaf Generator· Robert Wyatt· King Crimson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 German Overalls 7:05
- 2 Slender Threads 5:01
- 3 Rock and Rôle 6:41
- 4 In the End 7:24
- 5 What's It Worth 4:00
- 6 Easy to Slip Away 5:21
- 7 Dropping the Torch 4:11
- 8 (In The) Black Room / The Tower 10:56
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