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REO Speedwagon

REO Speedwagon · 1971

38 min · 8 tracks · rock music

A vibrant fusion of rock energy and lyrical storytelling that captures the early '70s American soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady build towards emotional climax
  • lyrical storytelling with vivid imagery
  • reflective moments of introspection
  • engaging narratives for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek purely instrumental experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 1, 1971, this self-titled debut marked REO Speedwagon's entry into the rock scene after their formation in 1967. At this point, they were still establishing their identity and sound, moving from local performance circuits to broader audiences. This album laid the groundwork for their future commercial successes.
Stylistic neighbors
Styx· Journey· Foreigner

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gypsy Woman's Passion 5:21
  • 2 157 Riverside Avenue 4:00
  • 3 Anti-Establishment Man 5:23
  • 4 Lay Me Down 3:55
  • 5 Sophisticated Lady 4:01
  • 6 Five Men Were Killed Today 3:04
  • 7 Prison Women 2:39
  • 8 Dead at Last 10:09

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata