Camel is an illustrious British progressive rock band that was formed in 1971 by Andrew Latimer (guitar, flute, vocals), Andy Ward (drums and percussion), Doug Ferguson (bass), and Peter Bardens (keyboards, vocals). With a career that has been characterized by a dedication to musical evolution and complexity, they quickly established themselves as one of the mainstays of the progressive rock scene with their atmospheric sound and sophisticated instrumentals. Their self-titled debut album, 'Camel' (Expanded Edition), was released in 1973 and drew attention for its distinctive blend of jazz, blues, and rock influences with an overarching melodic approach.

Over the years, Camel has been acclaimed for concept albums such as "The Snow Goose" (2023 Remastered & Expanded Edition), a purely instrumental piece that highlighted their narrative prowess through music alone, and "Moonmadness" (2023 Remastered & Expanded Edition), which is often heralded as one of the band's masterworks. Despite several line-up changes, the core of Camel's sound has remained intact through the visionary leadership of Andrew Latimer. Their discography presents an evolution of style while staying true to their progressive roots, with albums like "Nude" (2023 Remastered & Expanded Edition), which is a conceptual piece based on a true story. Their commitment to their art is evident in the meticulous care they've taken in remastering and expanding their classic albums, ensuring that the richness of their music can continue to be enjoyed by new generations of progressive rock enthusiasts.

Genres

Canterbury Scene

Flute Rock

Progressive Rock

Symphonic Rock

Synth Prog

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Latest Release

Rain Dances (2023 Remastered & Expanded Edition)

Camel

Album - 10 Tracks - Released November 24, 2023