What makes I Robot by The Alan Parsons Project notable?

'I Robot' garnered critical acclaim, particularly for its ambitious production and thematic depth, reaching No. 9 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its exploration of artificial intelligence and human emotion resonated strongly during the late '70s, influencing both the progressive rock scene and subsequent electronic music artists. By the time 'I Robot' was released in July 1977, The Alan Parsons Project was already established following their debut album 'Tales of Mystery and Imagination' in 1976. This sophomore effort marked a significant step in their sound, showcasing an evolution towards more complex arrangements and conceptual storytelling that would define their future work.

I Robot works well if you're into thought-provoking thematic exploration, immersive sonic landscapes and contemplative late-night vibes.

How many songs are on I Robot?

I Robot has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

I Robot

The Alan Parsons Project · 1977

41 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock · art rock

A seamless blend of progressive rock and lush orchestration exploring themes of technology and humanity.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

thought-provoking thematic exploration
immersive sonic landscapes
contemplative late-night vibes
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'I Robot' was released in July 1977, The Alan Parsons Project was already established following their debut album 'Tales of Mystery and Imagination' in 1976. This sophomore effort marked a significant step in their sound, showcasing an evolution towards more complex arrangements and conceptual storytelling that would define their future work.
Stylistic neighbors: Yes· Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Pink Floyd

Tracklist

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

1 I Robot 6:06
2 I Wouldn’t Want to Be Like You 3:19
3 Some Other Time 4:05
4 Breakdown 3:50
5 Don’t Let It Show 4:21
6 The Voice 5:21
7 Nucleus 3:35
8 Day After Day (The Show Must Go On) 3:43
9 Total Eclipse 3:05
10 Genesis Ch.1.V.32 3:37

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