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Poll Question: Mirage vs Moonmadness?
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote BrufordFreak Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 19 2021 at 18:36
Moonmadness has better sound production and Side Two is near perfection, but I love Mirage's Canterbury feel and it's more consistent prog magic.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Shadowyzard Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 19 2021 at 18:48
It was Moonmadness for me, but I have to refresh my ears... It's been ages since I listened to either.
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Moon over Mirage.
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Mirage for me.
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Their two best albums. Moonmadness by very narrow margin.
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Anyone else think Supertwister is one of their best tracks? it's archetypal early 70's instrumental prog rock for me. The production, tone, etc. - everything is perfect! It always reminds me of a snowy winter day, looking out the window sipping some hot tea and reflecting. The flute section is a highlight of their discography IMHO; that was Andy L., correct?

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Mirage
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Close but Moonmadness for me. 
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Chaser Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 20 2021 at 09:09
I regard Mirage as the marginally better album, but love them both.

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Originally posted by Frenetic Zetetic Frenetic Zetetic wrote:

Anyone else think Supertwister is one of their best tracks? it's archetypal early 70's instrumental prog rock for me. The production, tone, etc. - everything is perfect! It always reminds me of a snowy winter day, looking out the window sipping some hot tea and reflecting. The flute section is a highlight of their discography IMHO; that was Andy L., correct?

it's wonderful for sure
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Rednight Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 20 2021 at 11:55
Ah, yes. Their most classic album vs. the last album with their most classic lineup. I'll go with the latter.
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Moonmadness for me
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Awesoreno Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 21 2021 at 01:19
Originally posted by Frenetic Zetetic Frenetic Zetetic wrote:

Anyone else think Supertwister is one of their best tracks? it's archetypal early 70's instrumental prog rock for me. The production, tone, etc. - everything is perfect! It always reminds me of a snowy winter day, looking out the window sipping some hot tea and reflecting. The flute section is a highlight of their discography IMHO; that was Andy L., correct?

Yes, it was Andy.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Frenetic Zetetic Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 21 2021 at 01:51
Originally posted by kenethlevine kenethlevine wrote:

Originally posted by Frenetic Zetetic Frenetic Zetetic wrote:

Anyone else think Supertwister is one of their best tracks? it's archetypal early 70's instrumental prog rock for me. The production, tone, etc. - everything is perfect! It always reminds me of a snowy winter day, looking out the window sipping some hot tea and reflecting. The flute section is a highlight of their discography IMHO; that was Andy L., correct?

it's wonderful for sure

Originally posted by Awesoreno Awesoreno wrote:

Yes, it was Andy.

Awesome, and thank you I thought so! Clap

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote SuperMetro Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 21 2021 at 10:46
Mirage. Moonmadness's cigarettes are fresh, but not as fresh as Mirage. Although I do think Moonmadness is better organized with it's concept.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote geekfreak Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 16 2022 at 12:11
Moonmadness
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Keep Calm And Listen To The Music…
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote BaldJean Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 16 2022 at 15:09
"Moonmadness". I was never really fond of "Mirage"


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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote dr prog Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 16 2022 at 17:29
Mirage is a mixed bag. Lady fantasy is a bit boring
All I like is prog related bands beginning late 60's/early 70's. Their music from 1968 - 83 has the composition and sound which will never be beaten. Perfect blend of jazz, classical, folk and rock.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote zwordser Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 16 2022 at 17:42
I think Mirage is a better overall album with five really strong tracks.

  I've never been able to fully get into Moonmadness, though it has my favorite all-time Camel track!
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Moonmadness, easily. 
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