Marquee Moon cover

Marquee Moon

Television · 1977

45 min · 8 tracks · new wave · post-punk · art rock

A shimmering blend of intricate guitar work and poetic lyrics, capturing the essence of 1970s avant-garde rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 1, 1977, 'Marquee Moon' was Television's debut album, emerging during the burgeoning New York punk scene. The band had spent years honing their sound in the downtown clubs, especially at CBGB, before this critically acclaimed introduction to their artistry.
Stylistic neighbors
Patti Smith· Sparks· Tom Verlaine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 See No Evil 3:54
  • 2 Venus 3:52
  • 3 Friction 4:45
  • 4 Marquee Moon 10:40
  • 5 Elevation 5:08
  • 6 Guiding Light 5:35
  • 7 Prove It 5:02
  • 8 Torn Curtain 6:56

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