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The Psychomodo

by Cockney Rebel

Released: June 02, 1974

Glam rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

The album's narrative reflects the personal and societal issues of the time, with a considerable influence of Bob Dylan and David Bowie in its lyrical content. Released in June 1974, it was the first album with the band's new lineup since the original members, excluding Steve Harley, left the band after the release of the debut album. "The Psychomodo" is the second studio album by British rock band Cockney Rebel, led by Steve Harley.

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Interesting Facts

Known for its eclectic and progressive style, the…

Known for its eclectic and progressive style, the album features the use of diverse instrumentation, including brass instruments, violins, and keyboards.

The title track, "The Psychomodo", is seen as…

The title track, "The Psychomodo", is seen as a metaphorical description of societal phenomena and human behavior.

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Then

Reception

Produced collectively by Steve Harley, Alan Parsons, and the record label EMI, the album was a critical and commercial success. Over the years since its release, "The Psychomodo" has gained critical acclaim and is considered a highly influential album in the genre of glam rock.

Now

Legacy

Overall, the album cemented Cockney Rebel's position in the music scene of the 70s, and gave them a cult following. Over the years since its release, "The Psychomodo" has gained critical acclaim and is considered a highly influential album in the genre of glam rock.

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The Complete Album Story

"The Psychomodo" is the second studio album by British rock band Cockney Rebel, led by Steve Harley. Released in June 1974, it was the first album with the band's new lineup since the original members, excluding Steve Harley, left the band after the release of the debut album.

Produced collectively by Steve Harley, Alan Parsons, and the record label EMI, the album was a critical and commercial success. Known for its eclectic and progressive style, the album features the use of diverse instrumentation, including brass instruments, violins, and keyboards.

The album's narrative reflects the personal and societal issues of the time, with a considerable influence of Bob Dylan and David Bowie in its lyrical content. The title track, "The Psychomodo", is seen as a metaphorical description of societal phenomena and human behavior.