The Grass Is Greener
Colosseum · 1970
38 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock
A fusion of jazz-influenced progressive rock with intricate melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.
The Grass Is Greener is an album by Colosseum, released in 1970. A fusion of jazz-influenced progressive rock with intricate melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. This album is significant for its blending of jazz elements with progressive rock, which helped set the stage for future genre explorations. Although it did not achieve mainstream chart success, it received critical acclaim and has been regarded as a notable work within the progressive rock movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Grass Is Greener sound like?
A fusion of jazz-influenced progressive rock with intricate melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes The Grass Is Greener by Colosseum notable?
This album is significant for its blending of jazz elements with progressive rock, which helped set the stage for future genre explorations. Although it did not achieve mainstream chart success, it received critical acclaim and has been regarded as a notable work within the progressive rock movement. Released in 1970, 'The Grass Is Greener' was Colosseum's third studio album, following their earlier works 'Those Who Are About to Die' and 'Valentyne Suite'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the progressive rock scene, exploring more complex arrangements and lyrical themes.
How many songs are on The Grass Is Greener?
The Grass Is Greener has 8 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Jumping Off the Sun Standout 3:33
- 2 Lost Angeles 5:31
- 3 Elegy 3:10
- 4 Butty’s Blues Standout 6:44
- 5 Rope Ladder to the Moon 3:44
- 6 Bolero 5:29
- 7 The Machine Demands a Sacrifice 2:50
- 8 The Grass Is Greener Standout 7:33
Release Date
January 1, 1970
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
38 min 36 sec
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