Caravan

United Kingdom Est. 1968

"Caravan’s music pulses with intricate layers and rhythmic fluidity, creating a playful tension that ebbs and flows through rich melodic passages."

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The Battle of Hastings

1995

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Career Arc

Caravan's discography from 1968 to 2021

1968 1994 2021

Caravan (1968) If I Could Do It All Over... (1970) In the Land of Grey and P... (1971) Waterloo Lily (1972) For Girls Who Grow Plump... (1973) Caravan and the New Symph... (1974) Cunning Stunts (1975) Blind Dog at St. Dunstans (1976) Canterbury Tales (1976) Better by Far (1977) Canterbury Tales (1978) Songs and Signs (1979) The Album (1980) The Album Caravan (1980) Show of Our Lives (1981) Back to Front (1982) The Canterbury Collection (1984) And I Wish I Were Stoned (1985) Looking Back (1988) Live (1993)

Caravan holds a distinctive place in the progressive rock landscape, not merely as pioneers but as emotional storytellers carving intimate spaces within sprawling soundscapes.

Caravan holds a distinctive place in the progressive rock landscape, not merely as pioneers but as emotional storytellers carving intimate spaces within sprawling soundscapes. Their approach to music has invited listeners to experience narratives that blend whimsical charm with existential reflection, allowing for a deeper connection amid the genre's often grandiose tendencies. By intertwining jazz-inflected rhythms and pastoral melodies, Caravan’s work resonates with audiences seeking both escapism and authenticity. The band's innovation lies in their ability to fuse intricate musical arrangements with a light-hearted playfulness that defies the weighty conventions of their contemporaries. This approach fosters an atmosphere where spontaneity thrives, encouraging improvisation and exploration within their performances. The result is a sonic tapestry that feels dynamic yet cohesive, drawing listeners into a world where each note serves a greater purpose. Lyrically, Caravan often explores themes of nostalgia, whimsy, and the passage of time through an impressionistic lens. Their storytelling captures fleeting moments and vivid imagery, balancing sincerity with subtle irony. This unique voice invites introspection while maintaining an approachable warmth, allowing listeners to find personal meaning within their songs.

Full discography

Caravan's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

43 releases • 43 albums • 1968–2021

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It's None of Your Business

2021

Paradise filter

2014

The Show of Our Lives – Caravan at the BBC 1968–1975

2007

The Unauthorized Breakfast Item

2003

Live at the Fairfield Halls, 1974

2002

Green Bottles for Marjorie: The Lost BBC Sessions

2002

All Over You Too

2000

The HTD Years

2000

Where but for Caravan would I?

2000

Live: Canterbury Comes to London

1999

Surprise Supplies

1999

Headloss

1999

Ether Way

1998

Surprise Supplies - Live

1998

Back on the Tracks

1997

All Over You

1996

The Battle of Hastings

1995

Cool Water

1994

Canterbury Tales

1994

Live

1993

Looking Back

1988

And I Wish I Were Stoned

1985

The Canterbury Collection

1984

Back to Front

1982

Show of Our Lives

1981

The Album

1980

The Album Caravan

1980

Songs and Signs

1979

Canterbury Tales

1978

Better by Far

1977

Blind Dog at St. Dunstans

1976

Canterbury Tales

1976

Cunning Stunts

1975

Caravan and the New Symphonia

1974

For Girls Who Grow Plump in the Night

1973

Waterloo Lily

1972

In the Land of Grey and Pink

1971

If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You

1970

BBC Radio 1 Live in Concert

Songs for Oblivion Fishermen

Travelling Man

The Best of Caravan – Canterbury Tales

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How their sound evolved over time

Caravan (1968)

If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You

If I Could Do It All... (1970)

In the Land of Grey... (1971)

Waterloo Lily (1972)

For Girls Who Grow P... (1973)

Caravan and the New... (1974)

Cunning Stunts (1975)

Blind Dog at St. Dun... (1976)

Canterbury Tales (1976)

Better by Far (1977)

Canterbury Tales (1978)

Songs and Signs (1979)

The Album (1980)

The Album Caravan (1980)

Show of Our Lives (1981)

Back to Front (1982)

The Canterbury Colle... (1984)

And I Wish I Were St... (1985)

Looking Back (1988)

Live (1993)

Cool Water (1994)

Canterbury Tales (1994)

The Battle of Hastin... (1995)

All Over You (1996)

Back on the Tracks (1997)

Ether Way (1998)

Surprise Supplies -... (1998)

Live: Canterbury Com... (1999)

Surprise Supplies (1999)

Headloss (1999)

All Over You Too (2000)

The HTD Years (2000)

Where but for Carava... (2000)

Live at the Fairfiel... (2002)

Green Bottles for Marjorie: The Lost BBC Sessions

Green Bottles for Ma... (2002)

The Unauthorized Bre... (2003)

The Show of Our Lives – Caravan at the BBC 1968–1975

The Show of Our Live... (2007)

Paradise filter (2014)

It's None of Your Bu... (2021)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Caravan sound like?

Caravan’s music pulses with intricate layers and rhythmic fluidity, creating a playful tension that ebbs and flows through rich melodic passages. Rooted in progressive rock. Start with The Battle of Hastings.

What is the best Caravan album to start with?

The best album to start with is "The Battle of Hastings" (1995). It's the most representative of what makes Caravan worth hearing.

Who is Caravan for?

If you're into progressive rock, Caravan is worth your time. Caravan’s music pulses with intricate layers and rhythmic fluidity, creating a playful tension that ebbs and flows through rich melodic passages.

How many albums does Caravan have?

Caravan has 43 releases in their discography, including 43 albums.

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