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Night of the Living Dregs

Dixie Dregs · 1979

35 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock

A fusion of progressive rock and jazz, blending intricate instrumentation with playful melodies and energetic rhythms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful melodies for upbeat moods
  • steady flow with energetic peaks
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • intricate instrumentation detail hunting

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of slow, patient builds
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in March 1979, 'Night of the Living Dregs' was the Dixie Dregs' third studio album and followed their commercial breakthrough with 'What If.' At this point, the band was solidifying its unique sound, characterized by a mix of rock, jazz, and country influences, which helped them carve out a niche in the progressive rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Kansas· Gentle Giant· The Mars Volta

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Punk Sandwich 3:20
  • 2 Country House Shuffle 4:17
  • 3 The Riff Raff 3:20
  • 4 Long Slow Distance 6:47
  • 5 Night of the Living Dregs 4:23
  • 6 The Bash 4:30
  • 7 Leprechaun Promenade 3:49
  • 8 Patchwork 4:53

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