Child Is Father to the Man
Blood, Sweat & Tears · 1968
76 min · 18 tracks · jazz · jazz rock
A vibrant fusion of rock and jazz that weaves intricate arrangements with emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration with resolution
- wave-like pacing with contrasts
- emotional depth in arrangements
- introspective moments for reflection
- immersive two-part listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- instant gratification seekers
- fans of straightforward tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- 'Child Is Father to the Man' is Blood, Sweat & Tears' debut album, released in 1968 as they sought to blend jazz influences with rock music. At this time, the band was establishing their identity under the direction of producer John Simon, following their formation just a year prior. The album marked the beginning of a successful career that would later lead to major hits and a Grammy Award.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chicago· The Electric Flag· Steely Dan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Overture 1:32
- 2 I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know 5:57
- 3 Morning Glory 4:15
- 4 My Days Are Numbered 3:19
- 5 Without Her 2:41
- 6 Just One Smile 4:38
- 7 I Can’t Quit Her 3:38
- 8 Meagan’s Gypsy Eyes 3:24
- 9 Somethin’ Goin’ On 8:00
- 10 House in the Country 3:04
- 11 The Modern Adventures of Plato, Diogenes and Freud 4:12
- 12 So Much Love / Underture 4:46
- 13 I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know (demo) 6:10
- 14 Refugee From Yuhupitz (demo) 3:45
- 15 I Can’t Quit Her (demo) 3:02
- 16 Morning Glory (demo) 4:13
- 17 Somethin’ Goin’ On (demo) 5:19
- 18 The Modern Adventures of Plato, Diogenes, and Freud (demo) 5:02
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