Fugazi
Marillion · 1984
45 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · neo-prog
A textured blend of complex rhythms and emotive melodies that define the neo-prog soundscape of the 1980s.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released on March 12, 1984, 'Fugazi' marked Marillion's second studio album, following their successful debut 'Script for a Jester's Tear'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the neo-prog scene, expanding their musical identity with more intricate compositions and lyrical depth.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, neo-prog
Fugazi is an album by Marillion, released in 1984. A textured blend of complex rhythms and emotive melodies that define the neo-prog soundscape of the 1980s. 'Fugazi' is significant for its critical reception, being hailed as a key album that helped define the progressive rock resurgence of the 1980s. It reached number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and has influenced numerous artists within the genre, contributing to Marillion's reputation as pioneers of neo-progressive rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Fugazi sound like?
A textured blend of complex rhythms and emotive melodies that define the neo-prog soundscape of the 1980s. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes Fugazi by Marillion notable?
'Fugazi' is significant for its critical reception, being hailed as a key album that helped define the progressive rock resurgence of the 1980s. It reached number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and has influenced numerous artists within the genre, contributing to Marillion's reputation as pioneers of neo-progressive rock. Released on March 12, 1984, 'Fugazi' marked Marillion's second studio album, following their successful debut 'Script for a Jester's Tear'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the neo-prog scene, expanding their musical identity with more intricate compositions and lyrical depth.
Who is Fugazi for?
Fugazi works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Fugazi?
Fugazi has 7 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Assassing Standout 7:02
- 2 Punch & Judy 3:21
- 3 Jigsaw 6:49
- 4 Emerald Lies Standout 5:08
- 5 She Chameleon 6:52
- 6 Incubus 8:30
- 7 Fugazi Standout 8:12
Release Date
March 12, 1984
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
45 min 57 sec
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