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Manifesto

by Roxy Music

Released: March 16, 1979

Pop rock, art rock, new wave

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Experimental Album.

The Album

"Manifesto" is the sixth studio album by English rock band Roxy Music, released in 1979. It marks a departure from their earlier art rock sound, leaning towards a more polished and accessible pop style. It remains a fan favorite in Roxy Music's discography, offering a compelling snapshot of the band's evolution and enduring appeal.

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The album features a blend of electronic synthesizers…

The album features a blend of electronic synthesizers, smooth saxophone solos, and Bryan Ferry's distinctive crooning vocals.

Tracks like "Angel Eyes" and "Dance Away" showcase…

Tracks like "Angel Eyes" and "Dance Away" showcase the band's knack for crafting catchy hooks and infectious melodies, while still retaining elements of their avant-garde roots.

Thematically, "Manifesto" explores themes of love, desire, and…

Thematically, "Manifesto" explores themes of love, desire, and the passage of time.

Ferry's lyrics often delve into romantic longing and…

Ferry's lyrics often delve into romantic longing and existential contemplation, set against a backdrop of sleek production and lush instrumentation.

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Essential Tracks

Manifesto

Despite its departure from their early experimental sound, "Manifesto" received positive reviews upon its release and achieved commercial success, reaching the top ten in the UK charts.

Angel Eyes

Tracks like "Angel Eyes" and "Dance Away" showcase the band's knack for crafting catchy hooks and infectious melodies, while still retaining elements of their avant-garde roots.

Dance Away

Tracks like "Angel Eyes" and "Dance Away" showcase the band's knack for crafting catchy hooks and infectious melodies, while still retaining elements of their avant-garde roots.

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Reception

Despite its departure from their early experimental sound, "Manifesto" received positive reviews upon its release and achieved commercial success, reaching the top ten in the UK charts.

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The Complete Album Story

The album features a blend of electronic synthesizers, smooth saxophone solos, and Bryan Ferry's distinctive crooning vocals. Tracks like "Angel Eyes" and "Dance Away" showcase the band's knack for crafting catchy hooks and infectious melodies, while still retaining elements of their avant-garde roots.

Thematically, "Manifesto" explores themes of love, desire, and the passage of time. Ferry's lyrics often delve into romantic longing and existential contemplation, set against a backdrop of sleek production and lush instrumentation.

Despite its departure from their early experimental sound, "Manifesto" received positive reviews upon its release and achieved commercial success, reaching the top ten in the UK charts. It remains a fan favorite in Roxy Music's discography, offering a compelling snapshot of the band's evolution and enduring appeal.