Magic Christian Music cover

Magic Christian Music

Badfinger · 1970

48 min · 16 tracks · power pop

Bright melodies and harmonies intertwine with jangly guitars, embodying the spirit of early power pop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • consistent melodic journey throughout
  • bright melodies for uplifting moods
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • for sunny afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of lengthy epics
  • prefer darker, brooding themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 9, 1970, 'Magic Christian Music' was Badfinger's debut album. At this point, they were under the guidance of The Beatles' Apple Records, aiming to establish their identity following their earlier work as The Iveys.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Star· The Hollies· The Move

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Come and Get It 2:22
  • 2 Crimson Ship 3:45
  • 3 Dear Angie 2:41
  • 4 Fisherman 2:26
  • 5 Midnight Sun 2:49
  • 6 Beautiful and Blue 2:43
  • 7 Rock of All Ages 3:17
  • 8 Carry on Till Tomorrow 4:49
  • 9 I’m in Love 2:28
  • 10 Walk Out in the Rain 3:28
  • 11 Angelique 2:30
  • 12 Knocking Down Our Home 3:42
  • 13 Give It a Try 2:32
  • 14 Maybe Tomorrow 2:56
  • 15 Storm in a Teacup 2:31
  • 16 Arthur 3:20

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