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Three Friends is the sixth studio album by British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1972. The concept album explores the diverging life paths of three childhood friends who grow up to become a laborer, an artist, and a businessman. It is distinguished by the band's trademark use of medieval vocal harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and multi-instrumentalism, including cello, xylophone, and Moog synthesizer. The record caters to progressive rock fans who appreciate complex arrangements and classically influenced compositions.
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Three Friends ranks #68 of 155 in the Progressive Rock Album ranking, behind Marbles, ahead of 90125.
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What is the concept of the album Three Friends by Gentle Giant?
Released in 1972, this progressive rock concept album explores the diverging life paths of three childhood friends. As they grow up, the characters end up taking completely different roles in society: one becomes a laborer, another an artist, and the third a businessman.
Does the album Three Friends feature any specific instruments?
The album is highly distinguished by Gentle Giant's complex, classically inspired instrumentation. It showcases the band's signature multi-part vocal harmonies and skillful use of instruments like the Moog synthesizer, cello, and xylophone.
Who played drums on Gentle Giant's Three Friends?
Malcolm Mortimore had recently joined the band as their drummer, but a motorcycle accident shortly after the album's recording prevented him from touring. Because of this, Three Friends stands as a distinct snapshot of Gentle Giant's early 1970s lineup changes.
How many tracks are on the album Three Friends?
The 1972 album consists of six tracks that collectively tell the continuous story of the friends from their school days to adulthood. The opening track, "Prologue," and the closing track, "Three Friends," bookend the narrative journey.
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