Supertramp - Crime of the Century
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Free Music Notes for Crime of the Century
Free Music Review: A Dazzling Splash Into the Mainstream, Still Full of Merit
Hit: 5 Stars
If there is one band that has made such a strong entrance into the musical mainstream while still keeping their artistic dignity, it is no doubt Supertramp. And though it's hard to choose just one release from their excellent catalogue of albums that exemplifies this musical transition, 1974's "Crime Of the Century" is probably the best way to start.Many musicians envy the position of keyboardist Rick Davies in 1969. He recruited Supertramp, and all was funded by a Dutch millionaire. After releasing two mediocre albums which hardly made a dent in the charts (one of which was probably only best known for its cover art), their millionaire supporter withdrew his funding, leaving a somewhat bleak future in Supertramp's way. But nonetheless, Davies reformed his band, consisting of Rodger Hodgson, John Helliwell, Bob Siebenberg and Dougie Thompson, and in 1974 released the acclaimed "Crime Of the Century."
The music within is nothing short of a dazzling spectacle. Blending R&B, jazzy roots, rock-n-roll, and a unique pop element, "Crime Of the Century" is the backdrop for Supertramp's three other splendid albums of the 70s, and maybe even further on than that. The songwriting of Davies and Hodgson shows them becoming the next Lennon & McCartney (with the exception that the Supertramp duo actually writes quality pop music). The musicianship of the entire fivesome is astounding, topped with sleek production. A great deal of the band's most musically accomplished classics are found on "Crime Of the Century," such as the symphonic title track, the dead-on radio staple 'Bloody Well Right,' and the blunt humorless 'School' (you may know it as being more or less ripped off by Roger Waters of Pink Floyd as 'Another Brick in the Wall Part 2' in 1979).
"Crime Of the Century" is, simply put, definitely one of the most dignified pop albums ever made. But the true 'crime of the century' if you will, is the underappreciation of Supertramp's brilliant music. Sure, their albums sold millions, but it remains true that the band remains overlooked for being major contributors to dignified pop music. Nonetheless, recognized or not, "Crime Of the Century"--like the band's entire lexicon-- remains solid proof that Supertramp are indeed among the true perfectors of quality pop music.
Free Music Review: Supertramp's only classic!
Hit: 5 Stars
The band poured every ounce of creativity into this album, and then slid steadily downhill from that moment on. Their subsequent albums got weaker and weaker, but this is the real deal.Crime of the Century is a perfect album - the music and lyrics fit together perfectly, and the production and musicianship is top class.
An all-time top 10!
Free Music Review: NOT Their First Album, But Their First Breakthrough
Hit: 5 Stars
So many US fans of Supertramp still believe to this day that 1974's "Crime Of The Century" was the band's very first album. This is totally not true---it's actually their *third* album, following 1970's "Supertramp" & 1971's "Indelibly Stamped," both of which are only available on import, but they're both superb Tramp albums worth seeking out. Now that we've got THAT cleared up...."Crime Of The Century" was Supertramp's first commercial breakthrough, and it's a winner all the way. Many Tramp classics are on this one: "School," "Bloody Well Right," "Dreamer, "Rudy," and the title track. Singer/songwriter/ keyboardists Roger Hodgson & Rick Davies are in top form, as are their new recruits John Halliwell on sax, bassist Dougie Thomson & drummer Bob Siebenberg. The band's unique music is melodic, rocking, and catchy, and the production is supreme, as especially evidenced on this new remastered version.It wasn't their first album, but "Crime Of The Century" WAS Supertramp's first big splash in the music world. It's a terrific album, and a sign of things to come from this great band. :-)Free Music Review: Supertramp: Crime of the Century
Hit: 5 Stars
This is truly classic rock at its very best. Supertramp had totally out-done themselves with this, their first release. A must for anyone who appreciates excellence!Free Music Review: It's a crime this reissue has no extras
Hit: 4 Stars
It's the little things that matter most. A&M's earlier release of Crime of the Century sounded awful. Supertramp's most ambitious prog-rock album certainly deserved better; Mobile Fidelity Sound's release of the album was a big improvement. Of all the Supertramp reissues this year, Crime sounds best; it's sound is fuller, bigger and finally matches the ambitious concept behind the album.It's a crime that A&M chose not to reissue this fine album with any audio extras or notes. Crime is as bare bones as reissues come; the original lyrics and artwork are featured but, sadly, there's no comments from any of the band members. If Rhino had reissued this album, you can be sure that the album would have been packed with extras (an example of how it should be done is the 2 disc debut album by the Cars. The original single disc is also available but the 2 disc version is available for the fans).
Should you purchase this album? If you like or love Supertramp, frankly, the answer is yes. This album has never sounded quite this good before. Kudos on the sound but two thumbs down on the packaging. I'd give it 4 1/2 stars.