Miracle Mirror
Golden Earring · 1968
51 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · classic rock
Psychedelic rock interwoven with catchy melodies and lyrical whimsy, reflecting the experimental spirit of late '60s music.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience lyrical whimsy with catchy melodies engaging narrative through diverse tracks
- Context
- Released in January 1968, 'Miracle Mirror' was Golden Earring's second album, following their self-titled debut from 1967. At this point, the band was transitioning from their early Nederbeat roots to a more eclectic sound that incorporated elements of psychedelia and progressive rock.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, classic rock
Miracle Mirror is an album by Golden Earring, released in 1968. Psychedelic rock interwoven with catchy melodies and lyrical whimsy, reflecting the experimental spirit of late '60s music. 'Miracle Mirror' is significant for its exploration of longer song structures and intricate compositions, which helped lay the groundwork for the band's future successes. The album did not achieve major commercial success but showcased the band's artistic ambitions in an era dominated by experimental sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Miracle Mirror sound like?
Psychedelic rock interwoven with catchy melodies and lyrical whimsy, reflecting the experimental spirit of late '60s music. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Miracle Mirror by Golden Earring notable?
'Miracle Mirror' is significant for its exploration of longer song structures and intricate compositions, which helped lay the groundwork for the band's future successes. The album did not achieve major commercial success but showcased the band's artistic ambitions in an era dominated by experimental sounds. Released in January 1968, 'Miracle Mirror' was Golden Earring's second album, following their self-titled debut from 1967. At this point, the band was transitioning from their early Nederbeat roots to a more eclectic sound that incorporated elements of psychedelia and progressive rock.
Who is Miracle Mirror for?
Miracle Mirror works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, lyrical whimsy with catchy melodies and engaging narrative through diverse tracks.
How many songs are on Miracle Mirror?
Miracle Mirror has 17 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Truth About Arthur Standout 2:55
- 2 Circus Will Be in Town in Time Standout 3:25
- 3 Crystal Heaven 3:50
- 4 Sam and Sue 1:42
- 5 I’ve Just Lost Somebody 3:06
- 6 Mr. Fortune’s Wife 3:15
- 7 Who Cares? 3:44
- 8 Born a Second Time 2:39
- 9 Magnificent Magistral 2:43
- 10 Must I Cry? 2:17
- 11 Nothing Can Change This World of Mine 3:21
- 12 Gipsy Rhapsody 3:17
- 13 Sound of the Screaming Day Standout 2:52
- 14 She Won’t Come to Me 2:32
- 15 Together We Live, Together We Love 3:09
- 16 I Wonder 3:36
- 17 Remember My Friend 2:59
Release Date
January 1, 1968
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
51 min 31 sec
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