Classics, Vol. 17 is an adequate, 12-song retrospective of Procol Harum's biggest hits and best-known songs, featuring "A Whiter Shade of Pale," "Conquistador," "A Salt Dog" and "Homburg." Although the disc is hardly comprehensive, it nevertheless remains a good overview for casual fans. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide

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In 2002, Bang On released Procol Harum/Shine on Brightly, which contained two albums -- Procol Harum (1967, originally released on Deram), and Shine on Brightly (1968, also originally released on A&M) -- by Procol Harum on one compact disc. ~ Tim Sendra, All Music Guide

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Even fans call this one "Something Tragic." There are still hints of the tight ensemble playing that characterizes the best of Procol's Chrysalis albums, but most of the first side is dreary, uninspired stuff. While the title track captures some of the drama of early Procol, Brooker's distinctive voice is the sole link to their former glory on indifferent cuts like "Wizard Man." ("Strangers in Space" later appeared on the Brooker-produced {^The Long Good-bye: The Symphonic Music of ...   [ read more ]

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