Golden Earring
Golden Earring · 1970
38 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · classic rock
A vibrant blend of Nederbeat and classic rock, showcasing experimental guitar work and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience introspective moments for reflection vibrant soundscapes to explore
- Context
- Golden Earring's self-titled album arrived in 1970, marking their third studio release after establishing themselves in the Dutch music scene. This period followed their breakthrough with 'Seven Tears,' allowing them to shift towards a more progressive sound, further solidifying their identity beyond the Nederbeat genre.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, classic rock
Golden Earring is an album by Golden Earring, released in 1970. A vibrant blend of Nederbeat and classic rock, showcasing experimental guitar work and introspective lyrics. This album is significant for its role in propelling Golden Earring to international recognition, particularly in the United States where they would later achieve major hits. The single 'Back Home' became a chart success in several countries, paving the way for their future commercial endeavors. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Golden Earring sound like?
A vibrant blend of Nederbeat and classic rock, showcasing experimental guitar work and introspective lyrics. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Golden Earring by Golden Earring notable?
This album is significant for its role in propelling Golden Earring to international recognition, particularly in the United States where they would later achieve major hits. The single 'Back Home' became a chart success in several countries, paving the way for their future commercial endeavors. Golden Earring's self-titled album arrived in 1970, marking their third studio release after establishing themselves in the Dutch music scene. This period followed their breakthrough with 'Seven Tears,' allowing them to shift towards a more progressive sound, further solidifying their identity beyond the Nederbeat genre.
Who is Golden Earring for?
Golden Earring works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, introspective moments for reflection and vibrant soundscapes to explore.
How many songs are on Golden Earring?
Golden Earring has 9 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Is the Time of the Year 3:36
- 2 Big Tree, Blue Sea Standout 6:09
- 3 The Wall of Dolls 3:33
- 4 See, See 3:10
- 5 Yellow and Blue 3:48
- 6 Back Home Standout 3:51
- 7 The Loner Standout 3:30
- 8 I’m Going to Send My Pigeons to the Sky 5:57
- 9 As Long as the Wind Blows 5:19
Release Date
September 1, 1970
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
38 min 54 sec
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