MIRAGE

Camel... I think this is the one of the most overlooked bands (at least by critics) in rock history. I don't understand why it's considered any inferior to other aces of prog. But anyway... that's the common fate of bands who put very much romanticism in their music (Uriah Heep is an another example).

Mirage, Camel's second studio release, is nothing but a key to the lover's soul. It starts with somehow rough Freefall and it makes you feel like entering a deep forest when you've got no idea what's hidden there. Then - Supertwister. At this time you feel how mysterious lightbeam is making it's way through the twilight and you see the vision of a beautiful young maiden whose face reflects her innocence and childish angst. After this song you can't even say for sure whether you're awake or dreaming. Nimrodel and Earthrise bear somehow similar feelings in you. You feel like getting more and more enchanted by this maiden, the dancing elves and everything around you. And then... Lady Fantasy... I don't even know what to say... It's makes me wanna ride The Pegasus, pick the million stars and give them to the lady of my dreams... This song alone makes you fall in love.

I tell you The Knight with the flaming heart: Play Supertwister on your flute or beginning of Lady fantasy on your guitar to your beloved and she'll be yours forever.

I Give this magic masterpiece Million points from million.