The Long Goodbye cover

The Long Goodbye

Procol Harum · 1995

62 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock

A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements intertwines with poetic lyrics and progressive rock sensibilities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • lush arrangements for deep immersion
  • reflective moments amidst orchestral swells
  • evocative storytelling through musical waves

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks instant gratification
  • prefers standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Long Goodbye' was released in 1995, Procol Harum had experienced significant shifts in their career. This album came a decade after their previous studio effort, marking a period of revitalization for the band as they sought to reconnect with their classic sound while incorporating contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
The Moody Blues· Yes· King Crimson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Conquistador 3:42
  • 2 Homburg 4:52
  • 3 Grand Hotel 6:49
  • 4 Simple Sister 5:50
  • 5 A Salty Dog 6:01
  • 6 Pandora’s Box 3:08
  • 7 A Whiter Shade of Pale 5:28
  • 8 Repent Walpurgis 5:44
  • 9 (You Can’t) Turn Back the Page 4:19
  • 10 Strangers in Space 6:55
  • 11 Butterfly Boys 3:48
  • 12 The Long Goodbye 6:01

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