Released 23 years ago this August
The Unauthorized Breakfast Item
Caravan · 2003
100 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant fusion of progressive rock and intricate melodies, layered with thoughtful lyrics and dynamic instrumental arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- thoughtful lyrics with intricate melodies
- long-form tracks inviting deep listening
- cathartic climax in extended pieces
- vibrant energy for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer concise, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'The Unauthorized Breakfast Item' marked Caravan's return after a seven-year hiatus following 'Cool Water' in 1996. This album was part of a revitalization phase for the band, reestablishing their presence in the progressive rock scene as they navigated changing musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gentle Giant· Camel· Soft Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Smoking Gun (Right for Me) 5:36
- 2 Revenge 5:15
- 3 The Unauthorised Breakfast Item 4:44
- 4 Tell Me Why 6:16
- 5 It's Getting a Whole Lot Better 8:56
- 6 Head Above the Clouds 7:21
- 7 Straight Through the Heart 4:40
- 8 Wild West Street 4:47
- 9 Nowhere to Hide 8:54
- 10 Linders Field 3:38
Disc 2
- 1 Smoking Gun (Right for Me) (live) 7:56
- 2 The Unauthorised Breakfast Item (live) 6:16
- 3 Tell Me Why (live) 5:45
- 4 Revenge (live) 5:42
- 5 For Richard (live) 14:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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