Manoeuvres
Greg Lake · 1983
44 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · hard rock · opera
A smooth blend of melodic rock and introspective lyrics that reflect personal struggles and relationships.
Why this album works
'Manoeuvres' is notable for its commercial performance, featuring the single 'I Don’t Wanna Lose Your Love Tonight,' which received significant airplay. The album marked a departure into a more mainstream pop-rock sound, showcasing Lake's versatility as a songwriter.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels introspective personal reflections smooth melodic flow
- Context
- Released in 1983, 'Manoeuvres' was Greg Lake's first solo album after the breakup of Emerson, Lake & Palmer. At this point in his career, Lake sought to redefine his sound and explore more personal themes, stepping away from the progressive rock roots that had defined much of his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jethro Tull· Phoenix· Nikolai Noskov
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Manoeuvres Standout 4:03
- 2 Too Young to Love Standout 4:05
- 3 Paralysed 4:01
- 4 A Woman Like You 4:34
- 5 I Don’t Wanna Lose Your Love Tonight Standout 3:54
- 6 It’s You You’ve Gotta Believe 7:14
- 7 Famous Last Words 3:05
- 8 Slave to Love 3:21
- 9 Haunted 4:55
- 10 I Don’t Know Why I Still Love You 5:11
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