Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)
Brian Eno · 1974
48 min · 10 tracks · electronic · ambient · art rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde rock and ambient textures that defies conventional song structures.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its experimental approach that helped define the art rock genre and inspired countless artists in the post-punk era. It received critical acclaim upon release, with particular praise for its innovative production techniques and complex arrangements, establishing Eno as a key figure in modern music.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1974, 'Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy)' is Brian Eno's second solo album, following his debut, 'Here Come the Warm Jets.' At this point in his career, Eno was moving away from his role as a member of Roxy Music and solidifying his unique artistic identity in the burgeoning art rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· The Velvet Underground· David Sylvian
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Burning Airlines Give You So Much More Standout 3:18
- 2 Back in Judy’s Jungle 5:16
- 3 The Fat Lady of Limbourg 5:06
- 4 Mother Whale Eyeless 5:46
- 5 The Great Pretender 5:11
- 6 Third Uncle Standout 4:50
- 7 Put a Straw Under Baby 3:26
- 8 The True Wheel Standout 5:12
- 9 China My China 4:45
- 10 Taking Tiger Mountain 5:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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