Released 50 years ago
Somewhere I've Never Travelled
Ambrosia · 1976
45 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
Lush harmonies and intricate arrangements intertwine, creating a dreamlike soundscape that defines the essence of progressive rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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Somewhere I've Never Travelled — The title track exemplifies the band's lush vocal harmonies and complex arrangements, blending poignant lyrics with an ethereal musical backdrop that captures the album's essence.
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Cowboy Star — This track stands out with its narrative storytelling and rich instrumentation, merging country influences with progressive rock elements to create a unique sonic experience.
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I Wanna Know — A powerful ballad marked by emotional vocal delivery, this song showcases Ambrosia's ability to balance lyrical introspection with dynamic musical shifts.
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Danse With Me George (Chopin's Plea) — An ambitious piece that blends classical influences with rock sensibilities, demonstrating the band's innovative approach to composition and their willingness to push genre boundaries.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Ambrosia's second album showcases intricate arrangements and lush harmonies, solidifying their progressive rock identity.
What we noticed
- The album features lush vocal harmonies that are layered throughout, particularly in the title track and 'Cowboy Star'.
- The use of orchestral instruments alongside traditional rock elements creates a rich sound texture, especially evident in 'Harvey' and 'We Need You Too'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- explorative soundscapes for reflection
- melodic pathways inviting deep listening
- harmonious arrangements for quiet moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Somewhere I've Never Travelled was Ambrosia's second album, released after their self-titled debut in 1975. By this time, the band was establishing a unique blend of rock, pop, and classical influences, solidifying their place in the evolving progressive rock scene of the 1970s.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 And... 0:47
- 2 Somewhere I've Never Travelled 4:09
- 3 Cowboy Star 6:20
- 4 Runnin' Away 3:27
- 5 Harvey 1:27
- 6 I Wanna Know 5:58
- 7 The Brunt 5:26
- 8 Danse With Me George (Chopin's Plea) 7:47
- 9 Can't Let a Woman 4:18
- 10 We Need You Too 5:31
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