The Magazine
Rickie Lee Jones · 1984
43 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A blend of jazzy pop and rock underscored by introspective lyrics and eclectic instrumentation that defies easy categorization.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gravity — This track exemplifies Jones' ability to merge poignant storytelling with a memorable melody, capturing the essence of her unique style.
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It Must Be Love — Showcasing a playful yet reflective tone, this song highlights Jones' knack for blending humor with heartfelt emotion, making it a standout on the album.
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Magazine — The title track delves into themes of identity and perception, featuring intricate arrangements that mirror the complexity of its subject matter.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- gradual builds and payoffs
- late-night contemplative moods
- layered, dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 12, 1984, The Magazine was Rickie Lee Jones' third studio album, following her commercially successful second album, Pirates. At this point in her career, she was seeking to redefine her sound and artistic identity amidst changing musical landscapes and personal challenges.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joni Mitchell· Nina Simone· Steely Dan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prelude to Gravity 2:49
- 2 Gravity 4:48
- 3 Juke Box Fury 4:12
- 4 It Must Be Love 4:59
- 5 Magazine 4:45
- 6 The Real End 5:04
- 7 Deep Space 3:13
- 8 Runaround 4:59
- 9 Rorschachs: Theme for the Pope 3:20
- 10 Rorschachs: A) The Unsigned Painting B) The Weird Beast 4:50
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