Gone to Earth
Barclay James Harvest · 1977
68 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock
A lush tapestry of symphonic rock interwoven with poignant melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.
Gone to Earth is an album by Barclay James Harvest, released in 1977. A lush tapestry of symphonic rock interwoven with poignant melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. The album is notable for its critical acclaim and its influence on the progressive rock scene, showcasing the band's ability to blend orchestral arrangements with rock elements. It features one of their most recognized tracks, 'Hymn', which received significant airplay and remains a staple in their live performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gone to Earth sound like?
A lush tapestry of symphonic rock interwoven with poignant melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes Gone to Earth by Barclay James Harvest notable?
The album is notable for its critical acclaim and its influence on the progressive rock scene, showcasing the band's ability to blend orchestral arrangements with rock elements. It features one of their most recognized tracks, 'Hymn', which received significant airplay and remains a staple in their live performances. Released on October 1, 1977, 'Gone to Earth' was Barclay James Harvest's sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Octoberon'. At this point in their career, the band was exploring more ambitious soundscapes while solidifying their identity within the progressive rock genre.
How many songs are on Gone to Earth?
Gone to Earth has 14 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Hymn Standout 5:12
- 2 Love Is Like a Violin 4:07
- 3 Friend of Mine 3:37
- 4 Poor Man’s Moody Blues Standout 6:59
- 5 Hard Hearted Woman 4:29
- 6 Sea of Tranquility Standout 4:05
- 7 Spirit on the Water 4:51
- 8 Leper’s Song 3:37
- 9 Taking Me Higher 3:25
- 10 Lied 5:08
- 11 Our Kid’s Kid 4:02
- 12 Hymn (single edit) 4:29
- 13 Friend of Mine (single version) 3:04
- 14 Medicine Man 11:53
Release Date
October 1, 1977
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
68 min 58 sec
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