After the musical uncertainty of Waterloo Lily, Caravan returned with their most inspired recording since In the Land of the Grey and Pink. The splendidly titled For Girls Who Grow Plump in the Night is several steps ahead in terms of fresh musical ideas that wholly incorporate the band's trademark humor within the otherwise serious and challenging sonic structures. Two of the more dominant reasons for the change in Caravan's sound were the return of keyboardist Dave Sinclair and the addition of violist Peter Geoffrey Richardson. Die-hard fans gladly welcomed Sinclair back, however, Richardson was met with heckles from enthusiasts during live appearances. They were soon silenced as his place on For Girls Who Grow Plump in the Night easily ranks among Caravan's watershed moments. There are perhaps none better than the mesmerizing counterpoint melodies he weaves during the "L'Auberge Du Sanglier" suite. While not completely abandoning their jazz leanings, For Girls Who Grow Plump In The Night is considerably focused back into the rock genre. Ironically, the album also features some rather elaborate orchestration. In context, it is quite effective in creating emphasis -- especially on the leadoff track "Memory Lain, Hugh," as well as the dreamy mid-tempo "The Dog, The Dog, He's At It Again." The remastered CD also includes five additional tracks. The first four are demos featuring the band without orchestra and with some notable differences, such as the distinct lead guitar opening to "Memory Lain, Hugh." "Derek's Long Thing" is another instrumental piece penned by keyboardist Derek Austin -- one of the two transitional Caravan members chosen to replace Steve Miller. A must-own for inclined parties. ~ Lindsay Planer, All Music Guide
Tony Coe (Clarinet), Tony Coe (Saxophone), Tony Coe (Sax (Tenor)), Tony Coe (Wind), Henry Lowther (Trumpet), Henry Lowther (Horn), Caravan (Arranger), Caravan (Main Performer), Caravan (Performer), Rupert Hine (Synthesizer), John G. Perry (Synthesizer), John G. Perry (Bass), John G. Perry (Percussion), John G. Perry (Piano), John G. Perry (Guitar (Bass)), John G. Perry (Piano (Electric)), John G. Perry (Vocals), John Beecham (Trombone), Paul Buckmaster (Cello), Paul Buckmaster (Electric Cello), John Burns (Engineer), John Burns (Overdub Engineer), Michael Cotton (Trumpet), Richard Coughlan (Percussion), Richard Coughlan (Drums), Richard Coughlan (Tympani [Timpani]), Martyn Ford (Arranger), Martyn Ford (Conductor), Martyn Ford (Musical Director), Martyn Ford (Orchestral Arrangements), Kevin Fuller (Engineer), Kevin Fuller (Remixing), David Grinsted (Engineer), Jimmy Hastings (Flute), Jimmy Hastings (Arranger), Jimmy Hastings (Conductor), Jimmy Hastings (Wind), Jimmy Hastings (Brass Arrangement), Jimmy Hastings (Soloist), Jimmy Hastings (Woodwind Arrangement), Pye Hastings (Guitar), Pye Hastings (Vocals), Anthony Hawkins (Remastering), David Hitchcock (Producer), Lindsay Kidd (Engineer), Lindsay Kidd (Assistant Engineer), Lindsay Kidd (Overdub Assistant), Peter King (Wind), Harry Klein (Clarinet), Harry Klein (Sax (Baritone)), Harry Klein (Wind), Mark Lawrence (Photography), Mark Lawrence (Cover Design), Sean Milligan (Assistant Engineer), Jill Pryor (Vocals), John Punter (Engineer), John Punter (Remixing), Chris Pyne (Trombone), Frank Ricotti (Percussion), Frank Ricotti (Conga), Geoff Richardson (Guitar), Geoff Richardson (Violin), Geoff Richardson (Vocals), Barry Robinson (Flute), Barry Robinson (Piccolo), Barry Robinson (Wind), Dave Sinclair (Organ), Dave Sinclair (Synthesizer), Dave Sinclair (Piano), Dave Sinclair (Keyboards), Dave Sinclair (Piano (Electric)), Derek Varnals (Engineer), Tommy Whittle (Clarinet), Tommy Whittle (Sax (Tenor)), Tommy Whittle (Wind), Alan Leeming (Assistant Engineer), Alan Leeming (Remix Assistant), John Tracy (Liner Notes), John Tracy (Coordination), John Tracy (Research), Phil Smee (CD Package Design), Phil Smee (Packaging), Andy Street (Project Coordinator), Mark Powell (Liner Notes), Mark Powell (Compilation), Mark Powell (Tape Research), Julian Gordon Hastings (Mixing), Pete King & His Orchestra & Chorus (Flute), Pete King & His Orchestra & Chorus (Sax (Alto)), Paschal Byrne (Remastering)
For Girls Who Grow Plump in the Night is the 1973 album released by Caravan[1]. Richard Sinclair and Steve Miller left the band prior to the recording of this album[2]. They were replaced by Dave Sinclair and Geoff Richardson.
