The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes
Saga · 1989
44 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant fusion of progressive rock and melodic pop that showcases intricate musicianship and thoughtful lyrics.
The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes is an album by Saga, released in 1989. A vibrant fusion of progressive rock and melodic pop that showcases intricate musicianship and thoughtful lyrics. This album features the hit single 'How Do I Look,' which charted in Canada and highlighted the band's ability to blend rock with pop sensibilities. Critics noted its polished production and lyrical depth, contributing to the band's enduring legacy within the progressive rock genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes sound like?
A vibrant fusion of progressive rock and melodic pop that showcases intricate musicianship and thoughtful lyrics. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes by Saga notable?
This album features the hit single 'How Do I Look,' which charted in Canada and highlighted the band's ability to blend rock with pop sensibilities. Critics noted its polished production and lyrical depth, contributing to the band's enduring legacy within the progressive rock genre. Released in January 1989, 'The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes' was Saga's sixth studio album, coming after their commercial peak with 'Worlds Apart' (1981). By this time, the band was exploring more mainstream sounds while maintaining their progressive roots, marking a shift in their musical direction.
How many songs are on The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes?
The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes has 9 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 How Do I Look Standout 4:36
- 2 Starting All Over 4:02
- 3 Shape Standout 5:10
- 4 Odd Man Out 4:51
- 5 The Nineties 4:17
- 6 Scarecrow 4:19
- 7 As I Am 5:17
- 8 Waiting in the Wings 4:58
- 9 Giant Standout 7:17
Release Date
January 1, 1989
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
44 min 49 sec
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