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Back to Front (Caravan album)

by Caravan

Released: July 02, 1982

Progressive rock, Canterbury scene

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The compilation includes some of Caravan's most well-known songs, such as "Golf Girl" from their debut album "Caravan," "In the Land of Grey and Pink" from the album of the same name, and "For Richard" from "If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You." It also features tracks from their later albums like "Better by Far" and "Blind Dog at St. Dunstans." "Back to Front" serves as a retrospective of Caravan's diverse musical styles and evolution over the years, showcasing their blend of progressive rock, jazz, and Canterbury scene influences. While it was not a new studio release, the album provided both longtime fans and newcomers with a comprehensive overview of Caravan's catalog up to that point. "Back to Front" is the tenth album by the British progressive rock band Caravan, released in 1982.

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The album features a selection of tracks from…

The album features a selection of tracks from Caravan's earlier albums, spanning their career from the late 1960s to the late 1970s.

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"Back to Front" is the tenth album by the British progressive rock band Caravan, released in 1982. The album features a selection of tracks from Caravan's earlier albums, spanning their career from the late 1960s to the late 1970s.

"Back to Front" serves as a retrospective of Caravan's diverse musical styles and evolution over the years, showcasing their blend of progressive rock, jazz, and Canterbury scene influences. While it was not a new studio release, the album provided both longtime fans and newcomers with a comprehensive overview of Caravan's catalog up to that point.