New Flat
Nits · 1980
40 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant tapestry of whimsical melodies and intricate arrangements, blending progressive rock with a distinctively playful Dutch sensibility.
Top tracks — play these first
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New Flat — The title track encapsulates the album's playful tone, featuring catchy hooks and an infectious rhythm that introduces listeners to Nits' unique musical style.
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Holiday on Ice — This track showcases the band's ability to blend humor with musical complexity, using vivid imagery to paint a whimsical picture of leisure and escape.
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Uncle on Mars — With its imaginative narrative and layered instrumentation, this song highlights Nits' storytelling prowess while remaining rhythmically engaging and sonically adventurous.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky tracks for playful moods
- short bursts of whimsical energy
- for lighthearted gatherings
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- seeking deep, introspective experiences
- prefer longer, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, New Flat was Nits' debut album, marking their entrance into the progressive rock scene. The band, formed in 1974, had been honing their craft through live performances and earlier recordings, setting the stage for this first full-length offering that would establish their unique sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Camel· Gentle Giant· The Flower Kings
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Flat 2:45
- 2 Holiday on Ice 3:00
- 3 Saragossa 2:29
- 4 Office at Night 3:07
- 5 Uncle on Mars 3:52
- 6 Statue 3:18
- 7 His First Object 2:21
- 8 Different Kitchen 3:35
- 9 Safety in Numbers 3:12
- 10 Bobby Solo 2:09
- 11 Zebra 2:09
- 12 Rubber Gloves 2:34
- 13 Bite Better Bark 2:59
- 14 Aloha Drums 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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