| The Dream Society | ||||
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| Released | 1998 | |||
| Recorded | Ireland | |||
| Genre | Rock | |||
| Length | 72:51 | |||
| Label | Science Friction HUCD030 | |||
| Producer | Roy Harper | |||
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The Dream Society is the 20th studio album by Roy Harper, released in 1998.
The songs on the album revolve around events in Harper's life, from the early death of his mother to reaching the age of fifty. Other important events covered include the demise of his marriage, heartbreak, his experiences with drugs, psychological issues, and aspirations for humankind. Originally titled 'The Seven Ages Of Man', then 'Songs Of Love' it was finally released as 'thedreamsociety'. [2]
Early pressings of this album (the first 3,000?) contain a bonus CD featuring excerpts from the album with comments from Harper. (Science Friction HUCD30A). A promotional sampler with slightly different comments was also released. (Science Friction HUCD100). [3]
All tracks credited to Roy Harper
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