Magic Is a Child
Nektar · 1977
62 min · 13 tracks · progressive rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock with whimsical lyrics and intricate melodies that transport listeners to fantastical realms.
Magic Is a Child is an album by Nektar, released in 1977. A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock with whimsical lyrics and intricate melodies that transport listeners to fantastical realms. The album is significant for its inclusion in the progressive rock canon during a time when the genre was evolving, marking Nektar's continued influence on subsequent bands. 'Magic Is a Child' received positive reviews and helped maintain the band's presence in a competitive music market, despite not charting as high as earlier releases. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Magic Is a Child sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock with whimsical lyrics and intricate melodies that transport listeners to fantastical realms. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes Magic Is a Child by Nektar notable?
The album is significant for its inclusion in the progressive rock canon during a time when the genre was evolving, marking Nektar's continued influence on subsequent bands. 'Magic Is a Child' received positive reviews and helped maintain the band's presence in a competitive music market, despite not charting as high as earlier releases. Released in 1977, 'Magic Is a Child' was Nektar's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Remember the Future' in 1973. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation in the progressive rock scene, showcasing a more accessible sound compared to their earlier works. This album reflects their ongoing evolution as artists while maintaining the complex structures that defined their music.
How many songs are on Magic Is a Child?
Magic Is a Child has 13 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Away From Asgard Standout 5:33
- 2 Magic Is a Child Standout 4:09
- 3 Eerie Lackawanna 3:34
- 4 Midnight Light 4:31
- 5 Love to Share (Keep Your Worries Behind You) 4:10
- 6 Train From Nowhere 4:15
- 7 Listen Standout 6:04
- 8 On the Run (The Trucker) 4:44
- 9 Spread Your Wings 4:44
- 10 Away From Asgard (original demo) 6:18
- 11 On the Run (alternate mix) 4:43
- 12 Train From Nowhere (alternate version) 4:12
- 13 Midnight Lite (live) 5:07
Release Date
January 1, 1977
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
62 min 4 sec
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