Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios
Strawbs live album featuring Rick Wakeman's breakthrough performance.
The Strawbs' third album, Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios, was largely captured live at London's Queen Elizabeth Hall on July 11, 1970. It climbed to number 27 on the UK Albums Chart. The performance showcased keyboardist Rick Wakeman's skill, prompting Melody Maker to predict his future superstardom. The band's lineup had shifted from their prior album, Dragonfly, with only founders Dave Cousins and Tony Hooper remaining.
Quick Facts
- Artist
- Strawbs
- Released
- November 1970
- Recorded
- 11 July 1970
- Venue
- Queen Elizabeth Hall, London
- Genre
- Art rock
- folk rock
- progressive rock
- Length
- 40:44
- Label
- A&M
- Producer
- Tony Visconti
Facts from the source article.
Track listing
Side one opens with "Martin Luther King's Dream" (2:53), followed by "The Antique Suite" (12:12), which comprises "The Reaper", "We Must Cross the River", "Antiques and Curios", and "Hey It's Been a Long Time". Side one closes with "Temperament of Mind" (4:50) by Rick Wakeman. Side two contains "Fingertips" (6:14), "Song of a Sad Little Girl" (5:28), and "Where Is This Dream of Your Youth" (9:07), the latter originally released as a studio track on Strawbs. The A&M re-issue CD adds bonus tracks: "The Vision of the Lady of the Lake" (10:03), "We'll Meet Again Sometime" (4:17), and "Forever" (3:32), a studio track released as a single in 1970. All other bonus tracks are from the concert recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios released?
Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios was released in November 1970.
Who produced Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios?
Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios was produced by Tony Visconti.
What genre is Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios?
Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios is classified as Art rock, folk rock and progressive rock.
How long is Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios?
Just a Collection of Antiques and Curios runs 40:44.
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