Aerial Pandemonium Ballet
Harry Nilsson · 1971
41 min · 19 tracks · psychedelic rock · soft rock · baroque pop
A whimsical tapestry of melodies interwoven with introspective lyrics and lush orchestration that captures Nilsson's unique artistry.
Aerial Pandemonium Ballet is an album by Harry Nilsson, released in 1971. A whimsical tapestry of melodies interwoven with introspective lyrics and lush orchestration that captures Nilsson's unique artistry. The album features the hit 'Everybody's Talkin', which gained significant popularity after being featured in the film 'Midnight Cowboy', solidifying Nilsson's place in popular culture. Critics praised the album for its inventive arrangements and lyrical depth, further establishing Nilsson's influence on subsequent singer-songwriters. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Aerial Pandemonium Ballet sound like?
A whimsical tapestry of melodies interwoven with introspective lyrics and lush orchestration that captures Nilsson's unique artistry. Rooted in psychedelic rock and soft rock.
What makes Aerial Pandemonium Ballet by Harry Nilsson notable?
The album features the hit 'Everybody's Talkin', which gained significant popularity after being featured in the film 'Midnight Cowboy', solidifying Nilsson's place in popular culture. Critics praised the album for its inventive arrangements and lyrical depth, further establishing Nilsson's influence on subsequent singer-songwriters. Released in June 1971, 'Aerial Pandemonium Ballet' marked Harry Nilsson's fifth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Nilsson Schmilsson'. At this point in his career, he was gaining recognition for his distinctive voice and eclectic songwriting style, cementing his status as a key figure in the pop and rock scenes of the early '70s.
How many songs are on Aerial Pandemonium Ballet?
Aerial Pandemonium Ballet has 19 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Introduction 0:10
- 2 1941 2:37
- 3 Daddy’s Song Standout 2:09
- 4 Mr. Richland’s Favorite Song 2:06
- 5 Good Old Desk 2:31
- 6 Everybody’s Talkin’ Standout 2:42
- 7 Bath 1:39
- 8 River Deep - Mountain High 3:57
- 9 Sleep Late, My Lady Friend 2:38
- 10 Don’t Leave Me 2:13
- 11 Without Her 2:11
- 12 Together 1:37
- 13 One 2:18
- 14 Closing 0:28
- 15 You Can’t Do That (alternate version) 2:14
- 16 Isolation Standout 2:59
- 17 Joy (alternate version) 2:30
- 18 Early in the Morning (alternate version) 2:18
- 19 Walk Right Back 2:30
Release Date
June 1, 1971
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 54 sec
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