The Sicilian Defence

The Alan Parsons Project

The Sicilian Defence

RELEASED: March 23, 2014
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. P-K4 5:00 2. P-Qb4 6:22 3. Kt-KB3 3:07 4. …Kt-QB3 1:15 5. P-Q4 3:55 6. PxP 3:28 7. KtxP 4:01 8. Kt-B3 0:54 9. Kt-QB3 8:16 10. P-Q3 3:30
Historical Archive
The Sicilian Defence is an album by The Alan Parsons Project, released in 1990. It showcases a blend of progressive rock and pop, characterized by elaborate production and intricate arrangements. The album features a mix of instrumental tracks and vocal compositions, incorporating elements of classical music and modern rock. It is notable for its sophisticated soundscapes and thoughtful lyrics, reflecting the band's signature style. The album explores themes of strategy and conflict, drawing inspiration from the game of chess, with each track representing different aspects of the game.