Zebra
Zebra · 1983
37 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A fusion of melodic rock and progressive elements, weaving intricate guitar lines with emotive vocals throughout its runtime.
Top tracks — play these first
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Who's Behind the Door? — This track showcases the band's trademark blend of complex arrangements and accessible melodies, featuring dynamic shifts that keep listeners engaged.
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Tell Me What You Want — The opening track establishes the album's energy with catchy hooks and a driving rhythm, making it a standout in their catalog.
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Take Your Fingers From My Hair — This song highlights the band's ability to blend lyrical vulnerability with rich instrumental textures, showcasing their progressive rock influences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Zebra's debut blends melodic rock with progressive elements, showcasing strong musicianship and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- The album features intricate guitar solos that often intertwine with vocal melodies, creating a layered sound.
- Several tracks utilize dynamic shifts in tempo, moving from soft verses to powerful choruses, which enhances emotional impact.
- The running time includes extended instrumental sections that showcase the band's musicianship and progressive influences.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate guitar exploration
- emotive vocal storytelling
- for reflective afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- avoid longer song formats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 21, 1983, Zebra marked the band's self-titled debut album after they gained significant attention in the New York City music scene. At this point, they were transitioning from local performers to national contenders, having developed a dedicated following through live performances and their unique sound.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tell Me What You Want 3:45
- 2 One More Chance 3:05
- 3 Slow Down 3:25
- 4 As I Said Before 2:55
- 5 Who’s Behind the Door? 5:00
- 6 When You Get There 2:55
- 7 Take Your Fingers From My Hair 7:00
- 8 Don't Walk Away 3:30
- 9 The La La Song 5:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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