Steely Dan - Royal Scam
Review by Independent Queenz
Royal Scam, the fifth studio album by Steely Dan, is a masterpiece of jazz fusion rock that has stood the test of time. Released in 1976, the album features a collection of intricate and complex compositions that showcase the band's trademark blend of sophisticated lyrics, intricate harmonies, and jazzy instrumental arrangements.
From the opening track, "Kid Charlemagne," with its funky guitar riffs and catchy chorus, to the haunting ballad "The Caves of Altamira," the album is a tour de force of musical virtuosity. Other standout tracks include the driving rock anthem "Don't Take Me Alive," the bluesy "Green Earrings," and the Latin-inspired "Haitian Divorce."
The album's lyrics are equally impressive, with cryptic and often darkly humorous themes that explore the seedy underbelly of American society. The title track, "The Royal Scam," tells the story of a con man who preys on the unsuspecting, while "Sign in Stranger" is a cautionary tale of drug addiction and its consequences.
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Filename: steely-dan-royal-scam.rar- MP3 size: 40 mb
- FLAC size: 469 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| The Fez | 3:59 | |
| Kid Charlemagne | 4:38 | |
| Sign In Stranger | 4:22 | |
| Everything You Did | 3:54 | |
| The Caves Of Altamira | 3:33 | |
| Caves Of Altamira | ||
| The Royal Scam | 6:31 | |
| Green Earrings | 4:05 | |
| Don't Take Me Alive | 4:18 | |
| Haitian Divorce | 5:30 |
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Catalog Numbers
- MCAC-37044
- 5022-931, 502 20931
- 6-26-404-029
Labels
- MCA Records
- ABC Records
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Formats
- Cassette
- Album
- Reissue
- Club Edition
- Vinyl
- LP
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | MCA Records, Inc. |
| Copyright (c) | MCA Records, Inc. |
| Manufactured By | MCA Records (Canada) |
| Record Company | Columbia House |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Producer | Gary Katz |
Notes
- ℗ 1976 MCA Records, Inc.
- © 1976 MCA Records, Inc.
- Title:
- J-card (Spine) & Labels: Royal Scam
- Artwork: The Royal Scam
- CRC on spine and shell
- 5022-931 on j-card, 502 20931 on cassette shell
- ℗ 1976 ABC Records, Inc. Released under a license with ABC Records, Inc.
- Insert w/ lyrics
