Margaret's Children
Guy Manning · 2011
60 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock
A sweeping narrative unfolds through intricate melodies and lyrical storytelling, blending the rich tapestry of progressive rock with historical themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Amy Quartermaine (1862 – 1916) (A Perfect Childhood) — At 17 minutes long, this track encapsulates Manning's ability to weave elaborate narratives, exploring themes of nostalgia and loss through an expansive sonic landscape.
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Fleming Barras (1645 – ????) (The Year of Wonders) — This opening track sets the stage for the album’s historical exploration, combining haunting melodies with a poignant reflection on human experience across centuries.
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David Logan (1967 – 2022) (The Southern Waves) — This track stands out for its emotional resonance and lyrical complexity, capturing the essence of personal struggle against a backdrop of sweeping musicality.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fleming Barras (1645 – ????) (The Year of Wonders) 9:49
- 2 Jorgen Barras (1834 – 1900) (Revelation Road) 5:11
- 3 Amy Quartermaine (1862 – 1916) (A Perfect Childhood) 17:05
- 4 Harriet Horden (1912 – 1955) (A Night at the Savoy, 1933) 5:05
- 5 James Fairfax (1922 – 1945) (An Average Man) 6:31
- 6 Amelia Fairfax (1926 – 2010) (Black Silk Sheets of Cairo) 7:58
- 7 David Logan (1967 – 2022) (The Southern Waves) 8:47
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