Snakes and Ladders

by Gerry Rafferty

Snakes and Ladders cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 3 April 1980
  • Label: United Artists
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Length: 48:40
  • Community rating: 3.06/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Following the massive global triumph of 'City to City', Gerry Rafferty largely adhered to his successful formula of impeccably crafted, folk-inflected soft rock. 'Snakes and Ladders' is characterized by his warm, melancholic vocals, intricate acoustic guitar work, and the prominent use of synthesizer and saxophone. While not matching its predecessor's sales, it stands as a sophisticated, mature pop record.

Genres

Tracklist

  1. The Royal Mile (3:48)
  2. I Was a Boy Scout (4:15)
  3. Welcome to Hollywood (5:17)
  4. Wastin' Away (3:28)
  5. Look at the Moon (2:18)
  6. Bring It All Home (4:40)
  7. The Garden of England (4:08)
  8. Johnny's Song (3:25)
  9. Didn't I (4:14)
  10. Syncopatin' Sandy (4:24)
  11. Cafe Le Cabotin (4:51)
  12. Don't Close the Door (3:45)

Credits

  • Chris Mercer - arranged by [brass]
  • Wil Malone - arranged by [strings]
  • Mo Foster - bass
  • Pete Zorn - bass
  • John Patrick Byrne - cover
  • Liam Genockey - drums
  • Richard Brunton - guitar
  • Ian Lynn - keyboards, synthesizer

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