Home
Procol Harum · 1970
77 min · 18 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock
A rich tapestry of orchestral arrangements interwoven with poignant lyrics and dynamic rock instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on June 5, 1970, 'Home' was Procol Harum's fourth studio album, following their commercially successful 'A Salty Dog.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for blending rock with classical influences, moving away from the psychedelic sounds of their earlier work as they embraced a more mature, reflective style.
- If you like
- progressive rock, psychedelic rock, art rock
Home is an album by Procol Harum, released in 1970. A rich tapestry of orchestral arrangements interwoven with poignant lyrics and dynamic rock instrumentation. 'Home' is notable for its ambitious orchestration and complex song structures, contributing to the progressive rock movement. The album received critical acclaim upon release and demonstrated Procol Harum's artistic evolution, influencing numerous bands in the genre, particularly with tracks like 'Whaling Stories' becoming staples of their live performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Home sound like?
A rich tapestry of orchestral arrangements interwoven with poignant lyrics and dynamic rock instrumentation. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Home by Procol Harum notable?
'Home' is notable for its ambitious orchestration and complex song structures, contributing to the progressive rock movement. The album received critical acclaim upon release and demonstrated Procol Harum's artistic evolution, influencing numerous bands in the genre, particularly with tracks like 'Whaling Stories' becoming staples of their live performances. Released on June 5, 1970, 'Home' was Procol Harum's fourth studio album, following their commercially successful 'A Salty Dog.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for blending rock with classical influences, moving away from the psychedelic sounds of their earlier work as they embraced a more mature, reflective style.
Who is Home for?
Home works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Home?
Home has 18 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whisky Train Standout 4:31
- 2 The Dead Man’s Dream 4:46
- 3 Still There’ll Be More Standout 4:53
- 4 Nothing That I Didn’t Know 3:36
- 5 About to Die 3:36
- 6 Barnyard Story 2:46
- 7 Piggy Pig Pig 4:48
- 8 Whaling Stories Standout 7:06
- 9 Your Own Choice 3:14
- 10 Rockin’ Warm‐Up / Go Go Go (Move on Down the Line) 4:46
- 11 The Dead Man’s Dream (take 7) 3:55
- 12 Procol Have a Laugh… 0:47
- 13 Still There’ll Be More (instrumental take 3) 4:57
- 14 About to Die (instrumental takes 1 & 2) 4:38
- 15 Barnyard Story (take 4 remix) 2:49
- 16 Piggy Pig Pig (take 2 remix) 5:43
- 17 Your Own Choice (take 14 remix) 3:15
- 18 Whaling Stories (take 2) 7:20
Release Date
June 5, 1970
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
77 min 33 sec
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