Nursery Cryme
Genesis · 1971
39 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · soft rock
A whimsical journey through fantastical tales woven with intricate melodies and theatrical flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling through music
- dynamic progression with peaks
- fantastical themes in each track
- delicate melodies demanding attention
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, instant gratification
- dislike theatrical and whimsical elements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 12, 1971, 'Nursery Cryme' was Genesis's third studio album and marked a crucial evolution in their sound towards more complex structures. This album followed the band's second release, 'Trespass', and showcased their growing ambition in the progressive rock genre, setting the stage for their eventual commercial breakthrough.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yes· Emerson, Lake & Palmer· King Crimson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Musical Box 10:26
- 2 For Absent Friends 1:45
- 3 The Return of the Giant Hogweed 8:10
- 4 Seven Stones 5:09
- 5 Harold the Barrel 2:58
- 6 Harlequin 2:55
- 7 The Fountain of Salmacis 7:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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