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Endangered Species (Klaatu album)

by Klaatu

Released: June 04, 1980

Rock, pop rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Genre Shift.

The Album

"Endangered Species," the fourth album by Canadian rock band Klaatu, hit the shelves in mid-1980, marking a departure from their previous pop-oriented sound. With this release, the band aimed to embrace a harder rock and roll style tailored for AOR radio, in stark contrast to the pop stylings of their preceding album, "Sir Army Suit." The album's shift in musical direction reflects Klaatu's experimentation with new sonic landscapes and their desire to appeal to a broader audience. "Endangered Species" showcases the band's versatility and willingness to evolve creatively, demonstrating their capability to explore different genres within the rock spectrum.

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The album's shift in musical direction reflects Klaatu's experimentation with new sonic landscapes and their desire to appeal to a broader audience. "Endangered Species" showcases the band's versatility and willingness to evolve creatively, demonstrating their capability to explore different genres within the rock spectrum.