Leave It Open
Pierre Moerlen's Gong · 1980
38 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of intricate rhythms and melodic experimentation that captures the essence of progressive rock's evolution.
Top tracks — play these first
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Leave It Open — The title track stands out with its expansive structure, blending complex time signatures with captivating melodies, embodying the band's unique style.
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I Woke Up That Morning Felt Like Playing Guitar — This track showcases an intimate moment of reflection with its gentle guitar lines and lyrical simplicity, contrasting with the album's more elaborate compositions.
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How Much Better It Has Become — With its upbeat tempo and catchy hooks, this song serves as a concise representation of Moerlen's ability to fuse intricate musicianship with accessibility.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Woke Up That Morning Felt Like Playing Guitar
The narrative shifts from introspection to joy as it embraces spontaneity and the simplicity of creation.
This shift in tone highlights a contrast between personal contemplation and the exhilaration of artistic expression, making it a pivotal moment in the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leave It Open 17:25
- 2 How Much Better It Has Become 3:29
- 3 I Woke Up That Morning Felt Like Playing Guitar 3:36
- 4 It's About Time 6:11
- 5 Stok Stok Stok Sto-Gak 4:13
- 6 Adrien 3:46
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