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Ether Way

Caravan · 1998

60 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock

A rich tapestry of progressive rock that intertwines intricate melodies with whimsical storytelling and lush instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with depth
  • patient unfolding of themes
  • immersive journeys through sound
  • engaging narratives for exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • prefer concise standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Ether Way' was Caravan's first studio album after a seven-year hiatus following 'The Battle of Hastings' in 1991. By this point, the band had undergone various lineup changes, yet they continued to explore their distinctive sound, blending humor and complexity in their music. This album marks a significant return for the band, reaffirming their presence in the progressive rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Gentle Giant· Camel· Soft Machine

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Show of Our Lives 4:54
  • 2 Stuck in a Hole 3:15
  • 3 Dabsong Conshirto 12:32
  • 4 All the Way 6:33
  • 5 A Very Smelly Grubby Little Oik / Bobbing Wide / Come on Back / Grubby Oik (reprise) 11:44
  • 6 Behind You 5:13
  • 7 The Last Unicorn 5:34
  • 8 Nightmare 6:17
  • 9 Better by Far 4:48

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