Photoflamingo
Crack the Sky · 1981
40 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant fusion of progressive rock and pop sensibilities with intricate melodies and layered instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Girl Like You — This track stands out with its catchy hooks and heartfelt lyrics, showcasing the band’s ability to merge emotional depth with accessible melodies.
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Only Lonely — Its extended instrumental passages highlight the band’s progressive rock influences while exploring themes of isolation and longing.
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Photoflamingo — The title track encapsulates the album’s essence, blending whimsical lyrics with complex arrangements that exemplify Crack the Sky's unique style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate melodies for detail seekers
- vibrant energy for upbeat moments
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful irreverence in lyrical themes
- upbeat tunes for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced contemplation seekers
- long, immersive listening fans
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, Photoflamingo was Crack the Sky's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, White Music. At this point in their career, they were refining their sound, moving towards a more mainstream appeal while still retaining their progressive roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gentle Giant· King Crimson· Yes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Flamingo Prelude/Too Nice for That 3:59
- 2 A Girl Like You 3:29
- 3 Last Time 3:48
- 4 Hide Away 3:57
- 5 Only Lonely 5:37
- 6 Is All We Know 4:06
- 7 Good Child Gone Wild 3:13
- 8 The Other Guy 5:00
- 9 With the Morons 3:42
- 10 Photoflamingo 3:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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