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Once Again

Barclay James Harvest · 1971

40 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock

Ethereal melodies intertwine with lush orchestration, creating a hauntingly immersive progressive rock experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • hauntingly immersive melodic journey
  • wave-like pacing with intensity shifts
  • reflective moments of quiet beauty
  • emotional depth in lyrical themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek straightforward structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 5, 1971, 'Once Again' is Barclay James Harvest's second studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this stage, they were refining their progressive rock sound and establishing their identity within the genre, leveraging orchestral arrangements and thoughtful lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· Genesis· Camel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 She Said 8:21
  • 2 Happy Old World 4:41
  • 3 Song for Dying 5:02
  • 4 Galadriel 3:13
  • 5 Mocking Bird 6:39
  • 6 Vanessa Simmons 3:46
  • 7 Ball and Chain 4:49
  • 8 Lady Loves 3:56

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