Crimson/Red
Prefab Sprout · 2013
40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · new wave
A melodic tapestry woven with introspective lyrics and lush arrangements, reflecting on life's complexities.
Crimson/Red is an album by Prefab Sprout, released in 2013. A melodic tapestry woven with introspective lyrics and lush arrangements, reflecting on life's complexities. 'Crimson/Red' garnered critical acclaim for its intricate songwriting and lush production, marking a return to form for the band. It was praised by music critics and helped solidify Prefab Sprout's legacy within the alternative rock scene, highlighting their influence on subsequent artists seeking to blend pop sensibilities with literary lyricism. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Crimson/Red sound like?
A melodic tapestry woven with introspective lyrics and lush arrangements, reflecting on life's complexities. Rooted in alternative rock and new wave.
What makes Crimson/Red by Prefab Sprout notable?
'Crimson/Red' garnered critical acclaim for its intricate songwriting and lush production, marking a return to form for the band. It was praised by music critics and helped solidify Prefab Sprout's legacy within the alternative rock scene, highlighting their influence on subsequent artists seeking to blend pop sensibilities with literary lyricism. Released in 2013, 'Crimson/Red' is Prefab Sprout's first studio album in over a decade, following the 2001 release of 'The Gunman and Other Stories.' At this point in their career, the band had shifted from mainstream recognition to a more niche audience, allowing them to explore deeper lyrical themes and sophisticated musicality.
How many songs are on Crimson/Red?
Crimson/Red has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Best Jewel Thief in the World Standout 3:50
- 2 List of Impossible Things 3:42
- 3 Adolescence 4:27
- 4 Grief Built the Taj Mahal Standout 3:28
- 5 Devil Came a Calling Standout 3:41
- 6 Billy 4:37
- 7 The Dreamer 6:00
- 8 The Songs of Danny Galway 3:48
- 9 The Old Magician 2:51
- 10 Mysterious 4:22
Release Date
October 7, 2013
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
40 min 49 sec
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