1: Paint A Picture (5:26) 2: Circus (6:20) 3: The Award (4:54) 4: Politely Insane (3:29) 5: Widow (2:14) 6: Icy River (5:56) 7: Thank Christ (4:09) 8: Young Man's Fortune (3:44) 9: Gnome Song (4:21) 10: Silent Mime (4:41) 11: I Was Once Aware (3:29)
Extra-Infos:
Moody Blues-inspired Prog Rock, 1973 Uk Only Album
Description:
11 is a bonus track not on the original LP.
JewelŪ case with a transparent tray.
In players with text displays, tracks 1-10 are listed as KISCD40051, KISCD40052 and so on until KISCD400510, after which track 11 is shown as I Was Once Aware (1973). Given the apparent catalogue number of KISCD4005 this unofficial release might originally have been intended for the Kismet (2) bootleg reissue label, whose CD releases follow the same pattern.
"Paint A Picture" on CD by Fantasy is an evocative album that invites listeners to immerse themselves in richly textured songs and emotional storytelling. Across its tracks, the record combines melodic songwriting with atmospheric arrangements, creating a cohesive listening experience that feels both intimate and expansive. The production emphasizes clarity and warmth, allowing each instrument and vocal line to unfold with nuance. The album's pacing is carefully considered, offering a balance of reflective, slower pieces and more driving, rhythmically engaging songs, making it suitable both for focused listening and as a companion to everyday moments.
Fantasy, as presented on this release, stands for a creative, musically sophisticated approach that favors mood, melody and a sense of narrative over pure chart orientation. The band/artist cultivates a sound that can appeal to fans of carefully crafted pop, soft rock or adult contemporary styles, with arrangements that reward repeated listening. The lyrical themes revolve around personal reflection, emotional growth and snapshots of life experiences, giving "Paint A Picture" a contemplative, almost cinematic quality.
The CD format underscores the intention to deliver the album as a complete work, with consistent sound quality and the possibility of including artwork and liner notes that extend the album's aesthetic. Listeners who appreciate albums as unified artistic statements, rather than just collections of singles, will find "Paint A Picture" particularly engaging.
Aurora, the manufacturer, is associated with reliable, well-produced physical releases that put emphasis on sound fidelity and durable packaging. Their productions are typically aimed at music lovers who still value the haptic experience of a CD, from the printed booklet to the carefully designed cover art. With "Paint A Picture," Aurora supports an artist whose strength lies in musical detail and emotional depth, offering a release that feels thoughtfully curated from start to finish.