Masque
Kansas · 1975
40 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · art rock
A collage of intricate melodies and soaring harmonies that blend rock with progressive elements.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing invites reflection intricate melodies for detail-focused listeners
- Context
- Released on September 20, 1975, 'Masque' was Kansas's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Leftoverture.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for complex compositions and lyrical depth, building on the commercial success they had achieved with previous albums.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, art rock
Masque is an album by Kansas, released in 1975. A collage of intricate melodies and soaring harmonies that blend rock with progressive elements. 'Masque' is notable for its ambitious musicality and lyrical themes, continuing the band's trend of charting in the Billboard Top 40. The album showcases Kansas's evolution into a major force in the progressive rock scene of the 1970s, influencing subsequent artists with its blend of rock and orchestral arrangements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Masque sound like?
A collage of intricate melodies and soaring harmonies that blend rock with progressive elements. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Masque by Kansas notable?
'Masque' is notable for its ambitious musicality and lyrical themes, continuing the band's trend of charting in the Billboard Top 40. The album showcases Kansas's evolution into a major force in the progressive rock scene of the 1970s, influencing subsequent artists with its blend of rock and orchestral arrangements. Released on September 20, 1975, 'Masque' was Kansas's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Leftoverture.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for complex compositions and lyrical depth, building on the commercial success they had achieved with previous albums.
Who is Masque for?
Masque works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, wave-like pacing invites reflection and intricate melodies for detail-focused listeners.
How many songs are on Masque?
Masque has 8 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Takes a Woman’s Love (to Make a Man) 3:06
- 2 Two Cents Worth 3:07
- 3 Icarus—Borne on Wings of Steel Standout 6:02
- 4 All the World 7:08
- 5 Child of Innocence Standout 4:33
- 6 It’s You 2:32
- 7 Mysteries and Mayhem 4:19
- 8 The Pinnacle Standout 9:34
Release Date
September 20, 1975
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 21 sec
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