Their earliest albums were hard rock that drew heavily from the space-rock and Pink Floyd styles of the same period. The 70’s gave them the occasion to issue some masterpieces, like for example "A Tab in the Ocean (1972) "Remember the Future" (1973) and "Recycled" (1975). Each is a conceptual album that is a nice blend of melodic guitar and keyboards with a vocal story. "Journey To The Centre Of The Eye" is a mindblowing epic with lots of echoplex guitar and dual Mellotrons which is quite in tune with the Krautrock stuff going on around them, yet is definitely British. "Magic is a Child" had shorter songs and were less less satisfying.
Nektar's entire back catalogue has been re-vamped and remastered and is about to be re-issued in the USA, supported by a tour. A new Studio CD "Book of Days" is targeted for 20th March 2007 release on EMI - Caroline.
The band has recently been joined for their upcoming tour by the bass player Peter Pichl (Running Wild and other bands).
It's All In The Mind
Nektar Lyrics
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Whistles and sings
Darker than darkest night
Sweeter than spring
My mind expands to a great degree
A feeling that must be free
All that's left's you and me
My mind expands to a great degree
A feeling that must be free
All that's left's you and me
And you're gone
The lyrics in Nektar's song "It's All In The Mind" seem to be about the power and freedom of the mind. The first verse describes the mind as a constantly moving roundabout or carousel, filled with whistling and singing. This could represent the constant flow of thoughts and ideas within the mind. The second half of the verse contrasts the lightness of the whistling and singing with the darkness of the mind, representing the possibility of negative thoughts and emotions that can exist within it. However, this darkness is tempered by the sweetness of spring, perhaps signifying hope and renewal.
The following verses are more hopeful and positive in nature, describing the mind as expanding to a great degree, and the feeling of being free. The repetition of the line "All that's left's you and me, and you're gone" suggests that while the power of the mind can be freeing, it can also highlight feelings of loneliness and loss. Overall, the lyrics urge listeners to recognize the unlimited potential of the mind, but also acknowledge its complex and sometimes difficult nature.
Line by Line Meaning
My mind goes round like a roundabout
My thought process is like a circular motion of passing thoughts.
Whistles and sings
I find pleasure and enjoyment in my thoughts.
Darker than darkest night
Some of my thoughts can be negative or depressing.
Sweeter than spring
However, some of my thoughts can be positive and uplifting.
My mind expands to a great degree
My mind has the capacity to think beyond what is limited or constrained.
A feeling that must be free
I have a strong urge for the freedom to explore my thoughts and ideas.
All that's left's you and me
The only thing remaining in my thoughts is the connection between us.
And you're gone
However, I feel a sense of loss because you are no longer present in my thoughts.
Contributed by Abigail S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.