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Idle Race is the second studio album by British rock band Idle Race, released in 1969. This album follows their 1968 debut, The Birthday Party. Fronted by Jeff Lynne, who later became famous with Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), the album features a whimsical pop-rock style with psychedelic influences.
Key tracks like "Come With Me" and "Please No More Sad Songs" showcase Lynne's melodic songwriting and playful lyrics. Despite critical acclaim, Lynn left shortly after the album release to join The Move. However, Idle Race is a cult classic, celebrated for its inventive arrangements and quirky charm. This album is a hidden gem in the late 1960s British rock scene, highlighting the band's unique blend of catchy tunes and imaginative storytelling.
Tracklist
Come With Me
Sea Of Dreams
Going Home
Reminds Me Of You
Mr. Crow And Sir Norman
Please No More Sad Songs
Girl At The Window
Big Chief Woolly Bosher
Someone Knocking
A Better Life (The Weather Man Knows)
Hurry Up John