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Never Let Go

Camel · 1993

131 min · 28 tracks · progressive rock ยท space rock

A lush tapestry of progressive melodies intertwines with ethereal soundscapes and emotive storytelling.

Never Let Go is an album by Camel, released in 1993. A lush tapestry of progressive melodies intertwines with ethereal soundscapes and emotive storytelling. 'Never Let Go' is notable for its critical reception, being praised for its lush instrumentation and thematic coherence, which helped solidify Camel's legacy in progressive rock. The album resonates with both longtime fans and newcomers, making it an essential part of their discography, despite the changing musical landscape of the early '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Never Let Go sound like?

A lush tapestry of progressive melodies intertwines with ethereal soundscapes and emotive storytelling. Rooted in progressive rock and space rock.

What makes Never Let Go by Camel notable?

'Never Let Go' is notable for its critical reception, being praised for its lush instrumentation and thematic coherence, which helped solidify Camel's legacy in progressive rock. The album resonates with both longtime fans and newcomers, making it an essential part of their discography, despite the changing musical landscape of the early '90s. When 'Never Let Go' was released in 1993, Camel had already established themselves within the progressive rock genre, following their acclaimed albums from the 1970s. This album marked a return after a lengthy hiatus since their previous studio effort in 1982, showcasing a more mature sound while retaining their signature lyrical and melodic depth.

How many songs are on Never Let Go?

Never Let Go has 28 tracks, running approximately 131 minutes.

Tracklist

28 tracks·131:47

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Never Let Go Standout 7:22
  • 2 Earthrise Standout 8:02
  • 3 Rhayader 2:23
  • 4 Rhayader Goes to Town 5:14
  • 5 Spirit of the Water 3:03
  • 6 Unevensong 5:44
  • 7 Echoes 7:48
  • 8 Ice 10:21
  • 9 City Life 5:10
  • 10 Drafted 4:12

Disc 2

  • 1 Dust Bowl 1:58
  • 2 Go West 3:47
  • 3 Dusted Out 1:36
  • 4 Mother Road 3:44
  • 5 Needles 3:31
  • 6 Rose of Sharon 5:32
  • 7 Milk n' Honey 3:28
  • 8 End of the Line 7:27
  • 9 Storm Clouds 3:16
  • 10 Cotton Camp 2:28
  • 11 Broken Banks 0:45
  • 12 Sheet Rain 2:20
  • 13 Whispers 1:06
  • 14 Little Rivers and Little Rose 2:10
  • 15 Hopeless Anger 4:54
  • 16 Whispers in the Rain 3:56
  • 17 Sasquatch 4:58
  • 18 Lady Fantasy Standout 15:28

Release Date

January 1, 1993

Genre

progressive rock, space rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

131 min 47 sec