Artist: Camel
Genre: Progressive Rock
Camel are an English progressive rock band formed in 1971, known for their melodic, jazz-influenced progressive rock. Led by guitarist and composer Andrew Latimer, Camel created a distinctive sound emphasizing melody and atmosphere over technical complexity. Their albums 'Mirage,' 'The Snow Goose,' and 'Moonmadness' are considered progressive rock classics. Camel's music featured Latimer's expressive guitar work, flute, and keyboards, creating atmospheric instrumentals and songs. Unlike some prog bands, Camel maintained accessibility while creating sophisticated music. They achieved particular success in continental Europe and Japan. Despite numerous lineup changes, Latimer has maintained Camel through various incarnations. The band influenced countless progressive and symphonic rock musicians with their melodic approach. Camel represents progressive rock's more lyrical, melodic side, demonstrating that prog could be both sophisticated and beautiful without overwhelming complexity.
Camel vinyl records (55)
PETER FRAMPTON Framptons Camel (1973 UK limited edition 9-track LP pressed on Ruby Red Vinyl [only visible when held to a light source] picture sleeve with bonus fold-out poster and A & M company inner.The sleeve shows some light edgewear and minor creasing whilst the vinyl has few faint scuffs which have little to no effect on play
£39.00 used
CAMEL Camel (1981 UK issue of the 1973 7-track LP the debut album from the pastorial proggers featuring the majestic Never Let Go glossy picture sleeve. The sleeve shows light wear and the vinyl is Near Mint. Essential Progressive MCL1601) Track Listing: 1. Slow Yourself Down 2. Mystic Queen 3. Six Ate 4
£28.00 used
CAMEL Camel (1974 UK second issue of the debut 1973 7-track LP on the black rainbow MCA label featuring the bands brilliant first single Never Let Go & regular early live set number Mystic Queen written by the late original keyboardistPeter Bardens. The picture sleeve shows only minor wear whilst the vinyl is presented in Near Mint condition-Recommended MCF2665) Track Listing: A1
£56.00 used
CAMEL The Snow Goose (2023 UK/EU 16-track vinyl LP - Released in 1975 The Snow Goose is Camel’s boldest artistic statement — an instrumental concept album based on the novella The Snow Goose by Paul Gallico. While the band had to avoid usingthe books text directly (due to copyright concerns) their music stands alone as a compelling narrative told without lyrics and driven by mood melody and movement
£27.99 used
CAMEL Camel (1973 Japanese 7-track vinyl LP including Japanese/lyric insert picture sleeve and red & white picture obi-strip. The sleeve is Very Good with some corner wear and foxing. The insert has just a little foxing whilst the vinyl remains in Excellent condition with light signs of play MCA-5162) Track Listing: 1
£34.00 used