Stranded
Roxy Music · 1973
41 min · 8 tracks · new wave · art rock · glam rock
Lush orchestration and sophisticated melodies intertwine with Brian Ferry's alluring vocals, creating an atmospheric blend of glam and art rock.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in January 1973, 'Stranded' marked Roxy Music's third studio album and showcased their evolution into a more refined sound following the commercial success of 'For Your Pleasure'. At this point, the band had solidified their place in the glam rock scene while experimenting with orchestral arrangements and complex songwriting.
- If you like
- new wave, art rock, glam rock
Stranded is an album by Roxy Music, released in 1973. Lush orchestration and sophisticated melodies intertwine with Brian Ferry's alluring vocals, creating an atmospheric blend of glam and art rock. 'Stranded' received critical acclaim upon release and is often credited with influencing the burgeoning New Romantic movement in the late 1970s. The album reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart, cementing Roxy Music's status as pioneers in glam rock and art pop. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stranded sound like?
Lush orchestration and sophisticated melodies intertwine with Brian Ferry's alluring vocals, creating an atmospheric blend of glam and art rock. Rooted in new wave and art rock.
What makes Stranded by Roxy Music notable?
'Stranded' received critical acclaim upon release and is often credited with influencing the burgeoning New Romantic movement in the late 1970s. The album reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart, cementing Roxy Music's status as pioneers in glam rock and art pop. Released in January 1973, 'Stranded' marked Roxy Music's third studio album and showcased their evolution into a more refined sound following the commercial success of 'For Your Pleasure'. At this point, the band had solidified their place in the glam rock scene while experimenting with orchestral arrangements and complex songwriting.
Who is Stranded for?
Stranded works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Stranded?
Stranded has 8 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Street Life Standout 3:29
- 2 Just Like You 3:36
- 3 Amazona 4:16
- 4 Psalm 8:04
- 5 Serenade 2:59
- 6 A Song for Europe Standout 5:46
- 7 Mother of Pearl Standout 6:52
- 8 Sunset 6:04
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