‘Music from the Penguin Cafe’ marks the debut studio album by the renowned Penguin Cafe Orchestra. Originally recorded between 1974 and 1976, this album made its entrance into the world in 1976, produced by the visionary Brian Eno under his experimental Obscure label, catalog number ‘Obscure 7’. Featuring a stunning reissue cover painting by Emily Young, this edition is the first re-press since 1987 and showcases the exceptional 2008 remaster pressed on vibrant blue vinyl.
This album is a cherished inclusion in Robert Dimery’s ‘1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die’, emphasizing its significance in the realm of experimental music. Below is the complete track listing:
- 1. Penguin Cafe Single – 6:20
- 2. From the Colonies – 1:38
- 3. In a Sydney Motel – 2:27
- 4. Surface Tension – 2:22
- 5. Milk – 2:21
- 6. Coronation – 1:32
- 7. Giles Farnaby’s Dream – 2:16
- 8. Pigtail – 2:43
- 9. The Sound of Someone You Love Who’s Going Away and It Doesn’t Matter – 11:45
- 10. Hugebaby – 4:47
- 11. Chartered Flight – 6:42
Melissa Walker (verified owner) –
Absolutely love this blue vinyl edition of the Penguin Cafe Orchestra! The sound quality is exceptional and the artwork is stunning.
Ashley Welch (verified owner) –
As a fan of experimental music, this album is a must-have. The blue vinyl looks fantastic and the remastering really brings the music to life.
Timothy Peck (verified owner) –
I was thrilled to find this cheap Penguin Cafe Orchestra reissue. It’s a beautiful addition to my collection and sounds amazing!