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Crac!

Area · 1975

37 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and avant-garde experimentation that challenges musical conventions.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures
Context
Released in 1975, 'Crac!' is Area's third album, following the acclaimed 'Arbeit Macht Frei'. By this time, the band had solidified its reputation for innovative compositions and political themes in their music, pushing the boundaries of the progressive rock genre.
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progressive rock

Crac! is an album by Area, released in 1975. A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and avant-garde experimentation that challenges musical conventions. 'Crac!' is significant for its bold experimentation and critique of contemporary society, becoming a staple in the Italian progressive rock scene. The album received critical acclaim for its complex arrangements and social commentary, influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Crac! sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock and avant-garde experimentation that challenges musical conventions. Rooted in progressive rock.

What makes Crac! by Area notable?

'Crac!' is significant for its bold experimentation and critique of contemporary society, becoming a staple in the Italian progressive rock scene. The album received critical acclaim for its complex arrangements and social commentary, influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Released in 1975, 'Crac!' is Area's third album, following the acclaimed 'Arbeit Macht Frei'. By this time, the band had solidified its reputation for innovative compositions and political themes in their music, pushing the boundaries of the progressive rock genre.

Who is Crac! for?

Crac! works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and layered, dense sonic textures.

How many songs are on Crac!?

Crac! has 7 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·37:49

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 L'elefante bianco 4:37
  • 2 La mela di Odessa Standout 6:44
  • 3 Megalopoli 7:53
  • 4 Nervi scoperti Standout 6:38
  • 5 Gioia e rivoluzione Standout 4:41
  • 6 Implosion 5:04
  • 7 Area 5 2:12

Release Date

January 1, 1975

Genre

progressive rock

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Artist Origin

Italy

Runtime

37 min 49 sec