Refugee – Refugee (VG/VG) – LP, UK 1974

Refugee is an LP by Refugee from 1974 released on the Charisma label.

About this album

Refugee is a tight, muscular prog rock debut that turns virtuoso playing into memorable songs rather than empty display. Released in 1974, the album brought together Chris Squire, Steve Howe and drummer/reed player Patrick Moraz in a one-off supergroup that channelled the era’s progressive energy into something direct and accessible. The record’s best-known pieces, including Papillon and Someday, balance intricate arrangements with strong melodic hooks, while Ritt Mickley shows the group’s taste for inventive instrumental movement. It stands as a fascinating snapshot of British prog at full strength, combining technical precision with commercial instincts.

Genre: Pop & Rock

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