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Recycled

Nektar · 1975

73 min · 22 tracks · progressive rock

A vibrant tapestry of progressive rock, weaving complex structures with surreal lyrical explorations and lush instrumental landscapes.

Recycled is an album by Nektar, released in 1975. A vibrant tapestry of progressive rock, weaving complex structures with surreal lyrical explorations and lush instrumental landscapes. 'Recycled' is significant for its ambitious concept album format, which explores themes of environmentalism and consumerism, reflecting the zeitgeist of the mid-1970s. The album received positive reviews from critics, solidifying Nektar's reputation within the progressive rock genre and influencing subsequent bands exploring similar thematic material. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Recycled sound like?

A vibrant tapestry of progressive rock, weaving complex structures with surreal lyrical explorations and lush instrumental landscapes. Rooted in progressive rock.

What makes Recycled by Nektar notable?

'Recycled' is significant for its ambitious concept album format, which explores themes of environmentalism and consumerism, reflecting the zeitgeist of the mid-1970s. The album received positive reviews from critics, solidifying Nektar's reputation within the progressive rock genre and influencing subsequent bands exploring similar thematic material. Released on October 1, 1975, 'Recycled' marked Nektar's fifth studio album during a period of growing acclaim in the progressive rock scene. Following their notable release 'Remember the Future' in 1973, this album showcases their continued evolution and experimentation with themes of technology and society.

How many songs are on Recycled?

Recycled has 22 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Tracklist

22 tracks·73:52

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  • 1 Recycle 2:45
  • 2 Cybernetic Consumption Standout 2:10
  • 3 Recycle Countdown 1:52
  • 4 Automaton Horrorscope 3:03
  • 5 Recycling 1:51
  • 6 Flight to Reality 1:19
  • 7 Unendless Imagination? Standout 4:39
  • 8 São Paulo Sunrise 3:05
  • 9 Costa Del Sol 4:03
  • 10 Marvellous Moses Standout 6:35
  • 11 It’s All Over 5:27
  • 12 Recycle (Geoff Emerick mix) 2:49
  • 13 Cybernetic Consumption (Geoff Emerick mix) 2:10
  • 14 Recycle Countdown (Geoff Emerick mix) 1:51
  • 15 Automaton Horrorscope (Geoff Emerick mix) 3:03
  • 16 Recycling (Geoff Emerick mix) 1:51
  • 17 Flight to Reality (Geoff Emerick mix) 1:25
  • 18 Unendless Imagination? (Geoff Emerick mix) 4:39
  • 19 São Paulo Sunrise (Geoff Emerick mix) 3:05
  • 20 Costa Del Sol (Geoff Emerick mix) 4:03
  • 21 Marvellous Moses (Geoff Emerick mix) 6:35
  • 22 It’s All Over (Geoff Emerick mix) 5:25

Release Date

October 1, 1975

Genre

progressive rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

73 min 52 sec