"Dinosaur Swamps" is the sophomore album by American jazz-rock fusion band, the Flock. The album was released in 1970 by the top-tier record label, Columbia Records. The Flock, originating from Chicago, became widely recognized for their unique blend of rock, jazz, and contemporary symphonic music. They are prominently known for their freeform improvisation and complex rhythms.
"Dinosaur Swamps" is an embodiment of this signature style of the band. The album, featuring seven songs, offers audience an experimental journey through intricate arrangements and unexpected twists and turns, illustrating the band's innovative fusion of music genres. The album opens with "Green Slice" and concludes with the single "Crabfoot". Other songs on the album include "Mermaid," "Uranian Circus," "Big Bird," "Hornschmeyer's Island," and "Lollipops and Rainbows."
The album was made after the band's self-titled debut album, "The Flock," which was also released by Columbia Records in 1969. Though the Flock didn't achieve commercial success as some of their contemporaries, they were praised for their ambitious and original approach to music. "Dinosaur Swamps" was particularly applauded for its diversity of musical style, the band's excellent instrumental capabilities, and the sophisticated and cutting-edge composition skills. Despite its mixed critical reception and modest commercial performance at the time of its release, the album has since gained a cult following among fans of progressive and jazz-rock music.
