Mann Alive
Manfred Mann's Earth Band · 1998
106 min · 20 tracks · progressive rock
A fusion of progressive rock and soul, blending intricate arrangements with emotive vocals and socially conscious lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blinded by the Light — This track serves as a powerful reimagining of Bruce Springsteen's original, showcasing electric instrumentation and dynamic vocal delivery that captures the band's energy.
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Shelter From the Storm — The band offers a fresh take on this Dylan classic, infusing it with rich harmonies and a progressive arrangement that highlights their musicality.
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Father of Day, Father of Night — This ambitious piece combines poetic lyrics with an expansive soundscape, reflecting the band's deep roots in both rock and thematic storytelling.
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Times They Are a Changin — Their interpretation of this iconic protest song captures both urgency and relevance, tying historical context to contemporary issues through a fresh lens.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- extended tracks with evolving themes
- emotive vocals for reflective moments
- soulful arrangements for deep listening
- socially conscious lyrics provoke thought
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone songs
- seek fast-paced instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1998, Manfred Mann's Earth Band was revitalizing their sound after years of lineup changes and evolving music trends. 'Mann Alive' marked their return to original material, following a period focused on covers and interpretations. This album showcased the band’s adaptability while maintaining their signature progressive rock essence.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Martha's Madman 10:07
- 2 Times They Are a Changin 6:34
- 3 You Angel You 4:10
- 4 Father of Day, Father of Night 10:25
- 5 For You 3:43
- 6 It's a Fine Line 1:32
- 7 Demolition Man 7:17
- 8 Nothing Ever Happens 4:45
- 9 She Was 3:39
- 10 Blinded by the Light 8:59
- 11 Davy's on the Road Again 6:24
Disc 2
- 1 I'll Give You 2:14
- 2 Shelter From the Storm 6:26
- 3 Redemption Song 3:36
- 4 The Mighty Quinn 6:58
- 5 Demolition Man (short version) 3:01
- 6 Blinded by the Light (short version) 4:54
- 7 Redemption Song 3:52
- 8 Instrumedicine Song 4:05
- 9 Sikelele 1 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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