Cunning Stunts
Caravan · 1975
41 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock
A whimsical journey through progressive rock's intricate melodies and playful narratives.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions whimsical narrative exploration
- Context
- Released on July 25, 1975, 'Cunning Stunts' marked Caravan's sixth studio album during a period of artistic consolidation following their earlier successes like 'In the Land of Grey and Pink'. By this time, the band was refining its signature blend of jazz-inflected rock and lyrical storytelling, solidifying their place in the Canterbury scene.
- If you like
- progressive rock
Cunning Stunts is an album by Caravan, released in 1975. A whimsical journey through progressive rock's intricate melodies and playful narratives. 'Cunning Stunts' is notable for its ambitious structure, particularly in the lengthy 'Dabsong Conshirtoe', which showcases the band's improvisational prowess and has been influential in the development of progressive rock compositions. The album received positive reviews that helped maintain Caravan's reputation as key figures in the genre during a time of increasing competition. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cunning Stunts sound like?
A whimsical journey through progressive rock's intricate melodies and playful narratives. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes Cunning Stunts by Caravan notable?
'Cunning Stunts' is notable for its ambitious structure, particularly in the lengthy 'Dabsong Conshirtoe', which showcases the band's improvisational prowess and has been influential in the development of progressive rock compositions. The album received positive reviews that helped maintain Caravan's reputation as key figures in the genre during a time of increasing competition. Released on July 25, 1975, 'Cunning Stunts' marked Caravan's sixth studio album during a period of artistic consolidation following their earlier successes like 'In the Land of Grey and Pink'. By this time, the band was refining its signature blend of jazz-inflected rock and lyrical storytelling, solidifying their place in the Canterbury scene.
Who is Cunning Stunts for?
Cunning Stunts works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and whimsical narrative exploration.
How many songs are on Cunning Stunts?
Cunning Stunts has 7 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Show of Our Lives Standout 5:47
- 2 Stuck in a Hole 3:09
- 3 Lover 5:09
- 4 No Backstage Pass 4:34
- 5 Welcome the Day Standout 4:03
- 6 Dabsong Conshirtoe Part 1. The Mad Dabsong Part2. Ben Karratt Rides Again Part 3. Pro's and Con's Part 4. Wraiks and Ladders Part 5. Sneaking Out the Bare Quare Part 6. All Sort of Unmentionable Things 18:01
- 7 The Fear and Loathing in Tollington Park Rag 1:09
Release Date
July 25, 1975
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
41 min 55 sec
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