Masque cover

Masque

Kansas · 1975

40 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · art rock

A collage of intricate melodies and soaring harmonies that blend rock with progressive elements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing invites reflection
  • intricate melodies for detail-focused listeners
  • soaring harmonies energize the spirit

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, quick listens
  • avoid complex musical landscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 20, 1975, 'Masque' was Kansas's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Leftoverture.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for complex compositions and lyrical depth, building on the commercial success they had achieved with previous albums.
Stylistic neighbors
Boston· Styx· Yes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It Takes a Woman’s Love (to Make a Man) 3:06
  • 2 Two Cents Worth 3:07
  • 3 Icarus—Borne on Wings of Steel 6:02
  • 4 All the World 7:08
  • 5 Child of Innocence 4:33
  • 6 It’s You 2:32
  • 7 Mysteries and Mayhem 4:19
  • 8 The Pinnacle 9:34

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata