Pleasure & the Pain
Saga · 1997
44 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
A blend of melodic progressive rock and introspective lyrics, with a polished sound reflecting the late '90s aesthetic.
Pleasure & the Pain is an album by Saga, released in 1997. A blend of melodic progressive rock and introspective lyrics, with a polished sound reflecting the late '90s aesthetic. 'Pleasure & the Pain' is notable for its solid performance on the charts, reaching number 24 on the Canadian Albums Chart. Additionally, it represented a significant moment for Saga as they adapted to new industry trends and experimented with their signature progressive rock style, which has influenced later bands in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pleasure & the Pain sound like?
A blend of melodic progressive rock and introspective lyrics, with a polished sound reflecting the late '90s aesthetic. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes Pleasure & the Pain by Saga notable?
'Pleasure & the Pain' is notable for its solid performance on the charts, reaching number 24 on the Canadian Albums Chart. Additionally, it represented a significant moment for Saga as they adapted to new industry trends and experimented with their signature progressive rock style, which has influenced later bands in the genre. Released on June 3, 1997, 'Pleasure & the Pain' marked Saga's eleventh studio album. This period followed their commercial peak in the mid-1980s, showcasing an evolution in their sound as they navigated the changing landscape of rock music during the late '90s. The band was striving to maintain relevance while exploring new musical territories after the departure of key members in previous years.
How many songs are on Pleasure & the Pain?
Pleasure & the Pain has 10 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heaven Can Wait Standout 6:16
- 2 How Do You Feel? 4:07
- 3 Welcome to the Zoo Standout 4:30
- 4 Where’s My Money 5:19
- 5 You’re Not Alone 4:19
- 6 Taxman 3:38
- 7 You Were Made for Me 3:46
- 8 Gonna Give It to Ya 3:57
- 9 Fantastically Wrong 5:49
- 10 Pleasure and the Pain Standout 2:38
Release Date
June 3, 1997
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
44 min 23 sec
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