Songs From The Hard Shoulder is an expansive, ambitious, and deeply musical statement from The Tangent — a band synonymous with modern progressive rock’s storytelling, virtuosity, and conceptual depth. Led by Andy Tillison, the album unfolds across long‑form compositions that shift through jazz‑fusion colours, symphonic prog passages, and sharp social commentary. Presented as a limited transparent‑blue 2LP set with an included CD, this edition highlights the band’s meticulous production, dynamic arrangements, and the interplay of a world‑class lineup featuring Jonas Reingold, Luke Machin, Steve Roberts, and Theo Travis. A richly layered, immersive listen for prog collectors.

Track Listing

Side A
The Changes

Side B
The GPS Vultures

Side C
The Lady Tied to the Lamp Post

1. His Way Home
2. The Hardest Shoulder
3. Origins Movie
4. The City Slumbers
5. The Avatars of Our Accounts
6. Halflifecycle
7. Lovely Sunny Bournemouth
8. His Way Home (Part 2)

Side D
Wasted Soul
In the Dead of Night / Tangential Aura / Reprise

Features

Limited edition transparent‑blue 180g 2LP
Includes full album on CD in a dedicated sleeve
Double gatefold packaging
Bonus track: “In the Dead of Night / Tangential Aura / Reprise”
Pressed and cut by Optimal Media
Inside Out Music / Sony Music release

Information

Artist: The Tangent
Title: Songs From The Hard Shoulder
Labels: Inside Out Music / Sony Music
Catalogue IDs: IOM620 / 19658702911
Format: 2 × Vinyl LP, Album, Transparent Blue, 180g + CD, Limited Edition
Country: Germany
Release Date: 10 June 2022
Genre: Rock
Style: Prog Rock