Kde Křídly Mává Kormorán / Klas Má Zrát

Released by Supraphon in 1978, this single features Waldemar Matuška, one of the most prominent figures in Czechoslovak popular music during the 1960s and 1970s. The recording captures the characteristic folk-pop and vocal-led style that defined Matuška’s career, a period during which he served as a central cultural icon in the Eastern Bloc. The production reflects the era's standard approach to state-label pop music, emphasizing accessible, melodic arrangements designed for broad broadcast appeal.

The sleeve and composition follow the aesthetic conventions of the late-socialist Czechoslovak music industry, prioritizing the artist's persona and clear, approachable lyrical themes. Matuška, known for his warm baritone and versatile performance style, collaborated with various orchestral conductors and composers at Supraphon to maintain a consistent output. Like many of his records from this decade, the release was intended for a domestic audience, solidifying his status as a national celebrity whose work permeated the cultural landscape of the time.