The Royal Scam

Steely Dan

The Royal Scam

RELEASED: May 01, 1976
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Kid Charlemagne 4:38 2. The Caves of Altamira 3:33 3. Don’t Take Me Alive 4:16 4. Sign In Stranger 4:23 5. The Fez 4:01 6. Green Earrings 4:05 7. Haitian Divorce 5:51 8. Everything You Did 3:55 9. The Royal Scam 6:30
Historical Archive
The Royal Scam is Steely Dan's fifth studio album, released in 1976. The album showcases a sophisticated blend of rock, jazz, and pop, characterized by complex arrangements and cryptic lyrics. It features themes of deception and disillusionment, reflecting a darker, more cynical side of the human experience. The album is noted for its intricate instrumentation and is often regarded as one of the band's finest works, with standout tracks such as 'Kid Charlemagne' and 'The Caves of Altamira'. Over the years, it has gained a dedicated following and is considered a classic in the rock genre.