History in Five Songs Episode 358: Getting Behind Concept Albums

In Episode 358 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin explores why he’s not typically a fan of concept albums by spotlighting the ones that have won him over. From subtle, loosely themed classics like the Beatles' "Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band" and XTC's "Skylarking" to fully realized masterpieces like Porcupine Tree's "Fear of a Blank Planet," Martin shows why certain concept albums connect with him so well.

1. The Beatles – “Getting Better”
2. XTC – “Season Cycle”
3. Porcupine Tree – “Fear of a Blank Planet”
4. Alice Cooper – “Escape”
5. Pink Floyd – “Sheep”

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