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In the Land of Grey and Pink

Caravan · 1971

74 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock

A whimsical blend of progressive rock and English pastoral elements, rich with imaginative storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • wave-like pacing and flow
  • rich storytelling elements

Where this album fits

Career context
In the Land of Grey and Pink was Caravan's third studio album, released in 1971, during a period when they were solidifying their sound in the burgeoning progressive rock scene. This album followed their critically acclaimed record, If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over Again, and showcased a more refined approach to composition and lyrical creativity.
Stylistic neighbors
Gentle Giant· Camel· Soft Machine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Golf Girl 5:01
  • 2 Winter Wine 7:36
  • 3 Love to Love You (and Tonight Pigs Will Fly) 3:04
  • 4 In the Land of Grey and Pink 5:00
  • 5 Nine Feet Underground / Nigel Blows a Tune / Love's a Friend / Make It 76 / Dance of the Seven Paper Hankies / Hold Grandad by the Nose / Honest I Did! / Disassociation / 100% Proof 22:44
  • 6 I Don't Know Its Name (alias The Word) 6:10
  • 7 Aristocracy 3:42
  • 8 It's Likely to Have a Name Next Week ("Winter Wine" instrumental) 7:48
  • 9 Group Girl 5:03
  • 10 Dissassociation / 100% Proof (new mix) 8:34

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