Daughter of Time
Colosseum · 1970
42 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of progressive rock infused with jazz elements, weaving intricate melodies and sociopolitical themes throughout its narrative.
Top tracks — play these first
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Three Score and Ten, Amen — The opening track sets the tone with its powerful blend of jazz-infused rock and poignant lyrics that reflect on mortality and societal decay.
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Time Lament — A standout piece that encapsulates the album's themes of historical reflection and urgency, featuring haunting melodies and complex arrangements.
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The Daughter of Time — The title track serves as a centerpiece, merging philosophical musings with intricate instrumental passages that exemplify the band's innovative approach to progressive rock.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and jazz elements, reflecting Colosseum's evolution within progressive rock.
What we noticed
- The album features extended compositions, with several tracks exceeding six minutes, allowing for complex arrangements and improvisational sections.
- Jazz influences are prominent, particularly in the use of brass instruments and syncopated rhythms that contrast with traditional rock structures.
- Lyrical themes explore sociopolitical issues, with tracks like 'Bring Out Your Dead' incorporating narrative storytelling alongside musical development.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- layered dense sonic textures
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Daughter of Time' was released in December 1970, Colosseum was already established as a key player in the British progressive rock scene. This album followed their previous work, 'Valentyne Suite', showcasing a maturation in their sound and lyrical depth, as well as a stronger emphasis on storytelling and social commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Van der Graaf Generator· King Crimson· Gentle Giant
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Three Score and Ten, Amen 5:39
- 2 Time Lament 6:13
- 3 Take Me Back to Doomsday 4:26
- 4 The Daughter of Time 3:33
- 5 Theme for an Imaginary Western 4:07
- 6 Bring Out Your Dead 4:19
- 7 Downhill and Shadows 6:13
- 8 The Time Machine 8:05
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