Babylon the Great

Aphrodite’s Child

Babylon the Great

RELEASED: June 25, 2002
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. The Other People 3:10 2. You Always Stand in My Way 3:59 3. Valley of Sadness 3:16 4. The Grass Is No Green 6:09 5. Day of the Fool 6:00 6. The Shepherd and the Moon 3:06 7. Magic Mirror 2:54 8. Funky Mary 4:14 9. Let Me Love, Let Me Live 4:45 10. Chakachak 16:04 11. Loud, Loud, Loud 2:46 12. The Four Horsemen 5:54 13. Aegian Sea 5:26 14. Lament 3:01 15. Break 2:55
Babylon the Great is a concept album that showcases the unique blend of progressive rock and experimental sounds characteristic of Aphrodite's Child. The album features rich orchestration, intricate arrangements, and philosophical lyrics, reflecting the band's exploration of themes such as spirituality and the human condition. It is noted for its innovative use of synthesizers and its fusion of various musical styles, making it a significant work in the psychedelic and progressive rock genres.