Idea
Bee Gees · 1968
106 min · 39 tracks · pop rock · R&B · soul
A blend of intricate harmonies and poignant storytelling wrapped in lush orchestration and soft rock sensibilities.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on September 1, 1968, 'Idea' marked the Bee Gees' third studio album during a transitional phase, following their breakthrough with 'Horizontal.' This album showcased their evolving pop sound as they began to incorporate more elaborate arrangements and thoughtful lyrics, setting the stage for their later successes in the 1970s.
- If you like
- pop rock, R&B, soul
Idea is an album by Bee Gees, released in 1968. A blend of intricate harmonies and poignant storytelling wrapped in lush orchestration and soft rock sensibilities. 'Idea' was notable for its critical reception, particularly for tracks like 'I've Gotta Get a Message to You,' which achieved chart success as a single. The album further solidified the Bee Gees' position in the pop music landscape before they transitioned into their iconic disco era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Idea sound like?
A blend of intricate harmonies and poignant storytelling wrapped in lush orchestration and soft rock sensibilities. Rooted in pop rock and R&B.
What makes Idea by Bee Gees notable?
'Idea' was notable for its critical reception, particularly for tracks like 'I've Gotta Get a Message to You,' which achieved chart success as a single. The album further solidified the Bee Gees' position in the pop music landscape before they transitioned into their iconic disco era. Released on September 1, 1968, 'Idea' marked the Bee Gees' third studio album during a transitional phase, following their breakthrough with 'Horizontal.' This album showcased their evolving pop sound as they began to incorporate more elaborate arrangements and thoughtful lyrics, setting the stage for their later successes in the 1970s.
Who is Idea for?
Idea works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, layered, dense sonic textures and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Idea?
Idea has 39 tracks, running approximately 106 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Let There Be Love 3:36
- 2 Kitty Can 2:43
- 3 In the Summer of His Years 3:14
- 4 Indian Gin and Whisky Dry Standout 2:05
- 5 Down to Earth 2:36
- 6 Such a Shame 2:29
- 7 I’ve Gotta Get a Message to You 3:01
- 8 Idea 2:57
- 9 When the Swallows Fly 2:36
- 10 I Have Decided to Join the Airforce 2:17
- 11 I Started a Joke Standout 3:12
- 12 Kilburn Towers 2:22
- 13 Swan Song 3:03
- 14 Let There Be Love (mono) 3:32
- 15 Kitty Can (mono) 2:37
- 16 In the Summer of His Years (mono) 3:09
- 17 Indian Gin and Whisky Dry (mono) 2:00
- 18 Down to Earth (mono) 2:33
- 19 Such a Shame (mono) 2:31
- 20 I’ve Gotta Get a Message to You (mono) 2:56
- 21 Idea (mono) 2:57
- 22 When the Swallows Fly (mono) 2:28
- 23 I Have Decided to Join the Airforce (mono) 2:13
- 24 I Started a Joke (mono) 3:09
- 25 Kilburn Towers (mono) 2:20
- 26 Swan Song (mono) 2:55
Disc 2
- 1 Chocolate Symphony 2:46
- 2 I’ve Gotta Get a Message to You (mono single version) 3:04
- 3 Jumbo 2:11
- 4 Singer Sang His Song 3:21
- 5 Bridges Crossing Rivers 2:10
- 6 Idea (alternate mix) 2:50
- 7 Completely Unoriginal 3:37
- 8 Kitty Can (alternate mix) 2:40
- 9 Come Some Christmas Eve or Halloween 3:32
- 10 Let There Be Love (alternate mix) 3:36
- 11 Gena’s Theme 3:33
- 12 Another Cold and Windy Day (Coke spot #1) 0:57
- 13 Sitting in the Meadow (Coke spot #2) 1:00
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