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Pták Rosomák

Olympic · 1969

52 min · 17 tracks · rock music

A vibrant fusion of rock and poetic lyricism that captures the spirit of late 1960s Czechoslovakia.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its innovative blend of rock with Czech lyrical themes, which resonated deeply during a time of cultural change. It has been recognized for its critical reception, including features in reputable Czech music publications, affirming Olympic's role in shaping the local music landscape.
Best for
dynamic journey with varied pacing poetic lyricism and vibrant spirit short tracks for quick engagement
Context
Released in 1969, 'Pták Rosomák' marked Olympic's transition from beat music to a more complex rock sound. This was their third album, following 'Želva', and represents a pivotal moment as they began to establish themselves as prominent figures in the Czechoslovak rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
ZZ Top· Daniel Lanois· Chris Rea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Krásná neznámá Standout 2:29
  • 2 Ikarus blues Standout 5:00
  • 3 Báječné místo 4:24
  • 4 Everybody 3:52
  • 5 O půlnoci 2:45
  • 6 Pták Rosomák Standout 2:53
  • 7 Tvé neklidné svědomí 3:33
  • 8 Čekám na zázrak 2:53
  • 9 Z bílé černou 2:40
  • 10 Pohřeb své vlastní duše 4:04
  • 11 Kamenožrout zelený 3:40
  • 12 Svatojánský happening 2:25
  • 13 Zbytečná holka 2:13
  • 14 The Story Of Bass Guitar 1:57
  • 15 Thoughts Of A Foolish Boy (Bloud král) 2:20
  • 16 Please Don't Leave Me (Snad jsem to zavinil já) 3:05
  • 17 Nekonečná cesta 2:15

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