Still by Peter Sinfield

Still by Peter Sinfield, album from 1973. Peter Sinfield was an English poet, lyricist, musician, and producer, known for co-founding the progressive rock band King Crimson and for writing lyrics for artists such as Emerson, Lake & Palmer, PFM, Celine Dion, and Cher. Peter Sinfield released only one solo album, Still, mainly because his main career was as a lyricist and poet, not as a solo artist. Still was released at a time when Sinfield was still active in the music scene, but he did not pursue a solo career that would have involved releasing other albums. Still therefore remains a rare, unrepeatable gem.

It is an esoteric and eclectic work that is pervaded by powerful atmospheres, creative lyrics, and a distinctive sound, with contributions from numerous former members of King Crimson and ELP, such as Greg Lake and Ian Wallace, and these collaborations are very evident in the overall sound of the record.

The tracks are beautiful, particularly the majestic "Still" (sung by Greg Lake), the ethereal Song of the Sea Goat, and the wonderful crescendo of Envelopes of Yesterday
 

An album long underrated and rightly re-evaluated over time.

A truly great album.

This album is rightfully a METEOR of Progressive Rock, visit the section PROG METEORS for more information

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Tracklist

1. The Song of the Sea Goat (6:08)
2. Under the Sky (4:24)
3. Will It Be You (2:42)
4. Wholefood Boogie (3:40)
5. Still (4:45)
6. Envelopes of Yesterday (6:19)
7. The Piper (2:51)
8. A House of Hopes and Dreams (3:57)
9. The Night People (7:56)

Duration 42:42