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Flesh and Blood

Roxy Music · 1980

42 min · 10 tracks · new wave · art rock · glam rock

A lush blend of art rock and new wave, infused with romanticism and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • romantic introspection throughout
  • for reflective evenings
  • immersive in-order listening experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 1, 1980, 'Flesh and Blood' is Roxy Music's sixth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Manifesto.' By this point, the band was transitioning into a more mainstream sound while retaining their avant-garde roots, marking a pivotal moment in their evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· Brian Eno· Talking Heads

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 In the Midnight Hour 3:12
  • 2 Oh Yeah 4:52
  • 3 Same Old Scene 3:58
  • 4 Flesh and Blood 3:13
  • 5 My Only Love 5:20
  • 6 Over You 3:28
  • 7 Eight Miles High 4:54
  • 8 Rain Rain Rain 3:21
  • 9 No Strange Delight 4:46
  • 10 Running Wild 5:01

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata