“They took big swings, but knew when a lighter touch fitted. It’s like Pink Floyd played by 10cc”: Supertramp’s Crime Of The Century and Crisis? What Crisis? 50th anniversary editions

Supertramp - Crime Of The Century and Crisis? What Crisis? 50th anniversary editions.

If Supertramp, struggling in 1974 after two muddled albums, wondered what it would be like if everyone was listening, they were about to find out. First released that October – it took months, and the surprise success of Dreamer, for its unique blend of pop and prog to attract momentum – Crime Of The Century still robs one of any resistance.

Its themes of youthful rebellion, insecurity, mental health, idealism and frustration at the way the world is run possess as much validity as those expectorated in more overtly aggressive music.