Homburg
Procol Harum
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15 facts about this song
Band Origin"Homburg" is a song by British rock band Procol Harum.
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Song ReleaseIt was released as a single in September 1967 following the success of the band's debut single, "A Whiter Shade of Pale."
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Homburg" reached number 6 on the UK Singles Chart and number 34 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Lyrics WriterThe lyrics of the song were written by Keith Reid, who was the band's manager and never played an instrument.
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Music CompositionGary Brooker, lead vocalist and pianist, composed the music for "Homburg."
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Song MisconceptionThough song features a prominent piano track, it is often mistakenly believed to be recorded on a harpsichord, much like their prior hit 'A Whiter Shade of Pale.'
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Album InclusionIt was later included on the album "Procol Harum", but only in the U.S. release.
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Recording Studio"Homburg" was recorded at Advision Studios in London.
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Song styleThe song maintained a similar Baroque influenced style echoing their previous 'A Whiter Shade of Pale.'
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Cover Versions"Homburg" has been covered by several artists, including Aphrodite's Child and Annie Haslam.
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Musical InfluenceProcol Harum's "Homburg", like many of their songs, blended rock with classical elements.
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Song ReceptionDespite its success, the song received mixed reviews with some critics believing it tried too hard to emulate 'A Whiter Shade of Pale.'
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Song TitleIt is rumored that the song's title, 'Homburg,' is likely referring to a style of hat popular in the 1960s.
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Song's Cultural ImpactIt ultimately became one of Procol Harum's signature songs and firmly established them in the psychedelic rock movement of the late '60s.
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Live PerformancesDespite its initial success, the band has rarely included "Homburg" in their live performances.
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