Of Queues and Cures
National Health · 1978
53 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion
A complex tapestry of jazz fusion and progressive rock, marked by intricate rhythms and elaborate musical dialogues.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Bryden 2-Step (For Amphibians), Part 1 — This track opens the album with a playful yet intricate exploration of rhythm and melody, effectively setting the tone for the rest of the record.
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Squarer for Maud — With its expansive length, this piece showcases the band's improvisational skills and complex arrangements, embodying the essence of their progressive style.
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Dreams Wide Awake — This track features lush harmonies and intricate instrumental layers that highlight National Health's ability to craft dynamic soundscapes, pushing the boundaries of traditional genres.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate soundscapes for deep focus
- gradual builds leading to climax
- adventurous listening for curious minds
- long tracks with evolving themes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, catchy tunes
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1978, Of Queues and Cures was National Health's debut album, introducing their unique blend of jazz fusion and progressive rock. The album came after the band's formation in 1975, showcasing their evolution from earlier collaborations and solidifying their place in the Canterbury scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Piknik· Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Bryden 2-Step (For Amphibians), Part 1 8:55
- 2 The Collapso 6:19
- 3 Squarer for Maud 11:52
- 4 Dreams Wide Awake 8:51
- 5 Binoculars 11:46
- 6 Phlâkatön 0:08
- 7 The Bryden 2-Step (For Amphibians), Part 2 5:29
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