Indelibly Stamped
Supertramp · 1971
40 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
A blend of introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation that captures the essence of early progressive rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Your Poppa Don’t Mind — This opening track sets the tone with its upbeat melody and playful lyrics, highlighting the band's knack for blending catchy hooks with thoughtful themes.
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Remember — A reflective ballad that showcases the emotional depth of the album, featuring poignant lyrics about nostalgia and longing paired with rich harmonies.
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Aries — The lengthy closing track encapsulates the band's progressive tendencies with its complex structure and philosophical lyrics, serving as a bold statement of their artistic aspirations.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases early progressive rock elements but lacks the refinement found in later works.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation and exploration of themes, particularly in 'Forever' and 'Potter'.
- The album's lyrics often reflect introspective themes, with a focus on personal experiences and societal observations, particularly evident in 'Travelled' and 'Times Have Changed'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- reflective, contemplative moods
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in the catalog that showcases early sound without mainstream recognition.
- Career context
- Indelibly Stamped is Supertramp's second album, released in 1971, following their self-titled debut. At this point, the band was still refining their sound and identity, transitioning from a more conventional rock style to the progressive elements that would define their later work.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Your Poppa Don’t Mind 3:03
- 2 Travelled 4:24
- 3 Rosie Had Everything Planned 3:01
- 4 Remember 4:12
- 5 Forever 5:00
- 6 Potter 2:23
- 7 Coming Home to See You 4:44
- 8 Times Have Changed 3:49
- 9 Friend in Need 2:07
- 10 Aries 7:36
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