Description
Roxy Music – Flesh + Blood – 180 Gram Vinyl Record
Flesh + Blood is the seventh studio album by the English rock band Roxy Music, released on May 23, 1980.
Flesh + Blood marked a shift in Roxy Music’s sound, incorporating a smoother and more polished sound compared to their earlier art rock and glam rock influences. The album embraces a more sophisticated pop and R&B style.
“Over You”: A notable single from the album, featuring Bryan Ferry’s emotive vocals and a polished production, “Oh Yeah”: Known for its catchy chorus and upbeat, danceable rhythm and “Same Old Scene”: Another single from the album, blending elements of rock and dance music.
Flesh + Blood was commercially successful, reaching high chart positions in various countries. The album was produced by Rhett Davies and Roxy Music. The production emphasizes a more accessible and radio-friendly sound.
The album received mixed reviews from critics. While some appreciated the band’s evolution in sound, others missed the experimental edge of their earlier work.
Flesh + Blood is regarded as a pivotal album in Roxy Music’s discography, showcasing their ability to adapt to changing musical trends.
Roxy Music released one more studio album, “Avalon,” in 1982 before going on hiatus. “Avalon” further solidified the band’s transition toward a smoother, sophisticated sound.
Flesh + Blood captures Roxy Music in a transitional phase, exploring a more mainstream sound while retaining some of the artistic elements that defined their earlier work. The album remains a key part of the band’s evolution and musical legacy.
180g heavy weight vinyl Remastered and cut Half-Speed from the original 1/4″ tapes at Abbey Road Studios, London
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Track Listing
In The Midnight Hour
Oh Yeah
Same Old Scene
Flesh And Blood
My Only Love
Over You
Eight Miles High
Rain Rain Rain
No Strange Delight
Running Wild
