Another Day

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About Another Day

"Another Day" is a song by Roy Harper from his album Flat Baroque and Berserk. The song has been covered by various artists that include: Susanna and the Magical Orchestra from the album 3, This Mortal Coil featuring the vocals of Elizabeth Fraser on the album It'll End in Tears, by Kate Bush and Peter Gabriel who recorded a duet for her 1979 television special. The cover by Bush led to collaboration with Harper in 1980; he singing backing vocals on her song "Breathing" and she duetting on the track "You" on Harpers album The Unknown Soldier.  


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2005
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Roy Harper

Roy Harper (born 12 June 1941) is an English folk/rock singer-songwriter and guitarist who has been a professional musician since 1964. He has released a large catalogue of albums (21 studio albums and 10 live albums) most of which are available on his record label Science Friction (as CD and / or Music download). more »

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Song Analysis
"Another Day" is a song written and performed by English folk and rock muso Roy Harper from his 1970 album, "Flat Baroque and Berserk".
Album Analysis
"Flat Baroque and Berserk" is widely recognized as one of Harper's most popular and influential albums. "Another Day" is considered one of the stand-out tracks on this album.
Music Style
"Another Day" is a beautifully crafted folk song filled with poignant lyrics and evocative guitar melodies. It epitomizes Harper's unique mix of folk, rock, and poetry.
Composition
This song features Harper's signature acoustic guitar fingerpicking style and a hauntingly beautiful vocal performance. The lyrics revolve around the theme of lost love. It is a moving song filled with melancholy and longing.
Record Label
The album "Flat Baroque and Berserk," featuring "Another Day," was the first of Harper's albums to be released through Harvest Records, a subsidiary of EMI.
Cover Versions
There have been various cover versions of "Another Day." The two most notable ones are by English singer-songwriter Kate Bush, who included a version performed as a duet with Peter Gabriel on her 1979 Christmas special and This Mortal Coil, who included their version on their 1984 album "It'll End in Tears".
Popularity
Despite never achieving mainstream commercial success, "Another Day" has gained a cult following over the years and is considered one of Roy Harper's masterpieces.
Influences
As a prominent figure in the 1960s and 70s English folk-rock scene, Roy Harper has influenced many artists with his music, including Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and many others.
Collaboration
Led Zeppelin's lead vocalist, Robert Plant, has often cited Roy Harper as an influence and even performed live covers of "Another Day."
Legacy
Despite Harper's somewhat low-key career, "Another Day" remains one of the standout tracks of his discography and is seen as a fine example of his poetic lyricism and distinctive guitar playing style.

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