Released 54 years ago this November
Matching Mole's Little Red Record
Matching Mole · 1972
43 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A playful blend of whimsical melodies and intricate rhythms that defy the boundaries of progressive rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gloria Gloom — This opening track features a complex structure with shifting time signatures, showcasing the band's technical prowess while balancing poignant lyrical themes with an upbeat delivery.
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Smoke Signal — A standout for its rich instrumentation and dynamic contrasts, this track exemplifies the band's ability to weave intricate musical narratives within a progressive framework.
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Starting in the Middle of the Day We Can Drink Our Politics Away — With sharp lyrics and a catchy melody, this track cleverly critiques societal norms while maintaining an infectious groove that invites listener engagement.
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Marchides — This longer piece showcases the band's improvisational skills and thematic depth, blending jazz elements with rock in a way that highlights their artistic ambitions.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gloria Gloom 8:07
- 2 God Song 2:59
- 3 Flora Fidgit 3:27
- 4 Smoke Signal 6:40
- 5 Starting in the Middle of the Day We Can Drink Our Politics Away 2:30
- 6 Marchides 8:25
- 7 Nan True’s Hole 3:36
- 8 Righteous Rhumba 2:51
- 9 Brandy as in Benj 4:24
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