Steely Dan
Steely Dan · 1978
32 min · 7 tracks · jazz · R&B
A seamless blend of jazz-inflected rock grooves with intricate melodies and sardonic lyrics capturing the essence of 1970s American culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- sardonic lyrics for reflective moods
- short tracks for quick engagement
- intricate melodies for detail lovers
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, simple songs
- seek constant high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of their self-titled album 'Steely Dan' in January 1978, the duo had already established a significant presence in the music scene with their previous albums. This record came shortly after the critical success of 'Royal Scam' and marked a peak in their creative exploration, showcasing their signature fusion of rock, jazz, and sophisticated songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chicago· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Hall & Oates
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Do It Again 5:52
- 2 Dallas 3:08
- 3 Sail the Waterway 3:04
- 4 Black Friday 3:33
- 5 Aja 7:56
- 6 Kid Charlemagne 4:38
- 7 Rikki Don’t Lose That Number 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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