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Third is the third studio album by the English rock band Soft Machine, released in 1970. It is a double LP consisting of four compositions, each of which occupies an entire side of vinyl, featuring elements of jazz fusion and progressive rock. The album is largely instrumental and emphasizes extended improvisation, complex time signatures, and early synthesizer integration. It is considered a key release in the Canterbury scene subgenre of progressive rock.
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Third ranks #36 of 155 in the Progressive Rock Album ranking, behind Brain Salad Surgery, ahead of Moonmadness.
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What is unique about the tracklist for Soft Machine's album Third?
Third is a double LP consisting of exactly four compositions, with each track occupying an entire side of vinyl. The four lengthy tracks include 'Facelift,' 'Slightly All the Time,' 'Moon in June,' and 'Out-Bloody-Rageous.'
When was Soft Machine's Third released?
The album was released in 1970 as the band's third studio album. It marks a significant turning point in their discography, moving firmly away from their early psychedelic pop roots.
What genre does the album Third by Soft Machine belong to?
The album is largely instrumental and features heavy elements of jazz fusion and progressive rock. It incorporates complex time signatures, extended improvisations, and a prominent use of the Hammond organ.
Who played on Soft Machine's Third?
The album features the classic Soft Machine lineup of Robert Wyatt on drums and vocals, Mike Ratledge on keyboards, Hugh Hopper on bass, and Elton Dean on saxophone. This specific configuration of musicians is widely considered one of the most innovative ensembles of the Canterbury scene.
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