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BEN - BEN - Ben - UK Repertoire Edition - LISTENprice: 70,00 PLN / 17,50 EUR
Progressive rock based on jazz foundations. Four tracks of 8-10 minutes each. Richly arranged, engrossing music. -
BIGLIETTO PER L'INFERNO - BIGLIETTO PER L'INFERNO - Biglietto Per L'Inferno - ITA Card Sleeve Edition - LISTENprice: 75,00 PLN / 18,75 EUR
One of the best progressive groups from Italy. Juicy guitar moods combined with the melancholy typical of the bands from there. A very tastefully produced Italian gatefold card sleeve containing a nice booklet. A must! (JL) -
BIGLIETTO PER L'INFERNO - BIGLIETTO PER L'INFERNO - Il Tempo Della Semina - Unreleased 2nd Album - ITA Card Sleeve Edition - LISTENprice: 75,00 PLN / 18,75 EUR
An Italian edition of the second album, recorded in 1975 and unfortunately unreleased at the time, by one of the most important progressive bands from Italy! The music on this album resembles the recordings from the sensational debut and is almost not inferior to them! Recommended! -
BIRTH CONTROL - BIRTH CONTROL - Plastic People - GER Repertoire Remastered Editionprice: 65,00 PLN / 16,25 EUR
The last classic album in the discography, although I preferred the sound of the organ to the synthesizers that dominate here. (JL) -
BIRTH CONTROL - BIRTH CONTROL - Hoodoo Man - GER Sony Edition - LISTENprice: 50,00 PLN / 12,50 EUR
Released in 1972, the excellent third album by a German progressive formation drawing, among others, on the output of Deep Purple. German CBS edition in a traditional jewel case. A must! (JL) -
BIRTH CONTROL - BIRTH CONTROL - Live - GER Repertoire Digipack Edition - LISTENprice: 70,00 PLN / 17,50 EUR
Very nice, improvised playing based on the interplay of almost hard-rock guitars and all kinds of keyboards (mainly Hammond). A summary of the best period in the band's career. A double LP on a single CD, in a digipak. (JL) -
BIRTH CONTROL - BIRTH CONTROL – Two Eggs – Two Concerts (2CD) - MIG Remastered Editionprice: 110,00 PLN / 27,50 EUR
Two concerts on two CDs: Stadthalle Korbach – 1 May 1977 and Fabrik Hamburg – 24 March 1983, six years apart, which makes it possible to see the evolution of the band's sound - from the long, improvised forms of 1977 to the more compact compositions of 1983. We get a cross-sectional picture of one of the more important German rock bands of the 70s and early 80s. -
BLACK WIDOW (see also: Cressida / Pesky Gee) - BLACK WIDOW - Sacrifice + Live At Beat-Club 1970 (2CD+DVD) - GER Repertoire Digipack Edition - LISTENprice: 110,00 PLN / 27,50 EUR
A three-disc German reissue (2CD + DVD) of the sensational debut album by the British band, released in March 1970, containing plenty of progressive playing (guitar, organ, saxophone, flute, numerous changes of mood) in the vein of early Jethro Tull and Atomic Rooster. The DVD contains a recording of a 60-minute show on German television (Beat-Club), where the band played the entire album "Sacrifice" in full - and in a heavily extended form at that! The DVD picture is black and white, but nicely restored. The spectacle itself (without an audience) is genuinely fascinating - including a dancing, naked girl who is sacrificed at the end... A must! (JL) -
BLACK WIDOW (see also: Cressida / Pesky Gee) - BLACK WIDOW – Demons Of The Night Gather To See (CD+DVD) - UK Edition - UNIKALNY CDprice: 150,00 PLN / 37,50 EUR
"Demons Of The Night Gather To See" (2007) is a recording of the live face of Black Widow, a band known for its dark, occult aesthetic. The band presents its most recognisable compositions here and the DVD contains video material from the band's performance, covering the same pieces as on the CD. ONLY ONE COPY! New, sealed. -
BLACK WIDOW (see also: Cressida / Pesky Gee) - BLACK WIDOW - III +1 - GER Repertoire Edition - LISTENprice: 65,00 PLN / 16,25 EUR
A remastered edition (in a traditional jewel case) of the third album by the progressive British band - additionally with the single track "I Wish You Would"! A return to the very high form of the debut. I especially recommend the superb, 11-minute "The Battle"! (JL) -
BLAKE, TIM (see also: Gong / Hawkwind) - TIM BLAKE - Blake's New Jerusalem +3 - UK Esoteric Remastered Expanded Edition - LISTENprice: 70,00 PLN / 17,50 EUR
The second, regarded as the best, solo album by the keyboardist who had previously played in Gong (on the albums "Flying Teapot", "Angel's Egg" and "You") and who is a synthesiser specialist. Remastered edition with three bonus tracks, previously unreleased on CD: "Woodland Voice", from the B-side of the single "Generator Laser Beam", and "From Outta Space" and "Jupiter To Jerusalem", demos recorded during work on the album and released only on the cassette "Waterfalls From Space". 20-page booklet inside. (MU) -
BLAKE, TIM (see also: Gong / Hawkwind) - TIM BLAKE - Crystal Machine +3 - UK Esoteric Remastered Expanded Edition - LISTENprice: 70,00 PLN / 17,50 EUR
The debut solo album by the keyboardist who had previously played in Gong (on the albums "Flying Teapot", "Angel's Egg" and "You") and who is a synthesiser specialist. "Crystal Machine" was partly recorded in the studio, while "Last Ride Of The Boogie Child" comes from a performance at the Seasalter Free Festival in England in 1976, and "Synthese Intemporel" is a recording from the Le Palace Theatre in Paris, from 18 February 1977. All the tracks are instrumental and have unhurried tempos, and the album is often classed in the ambient style. The Esoteric edition includes three bonus tracks, one recorded in 1976 at the Chateau d'Herouville studio in France and released on a single under the pseudonym Saratoga Space Messengers and two from a Spanish single released in 1978. All the tracks have been remastered. 16-page booklet inside. (MU) -
BLAST FURNACE (see also: Culpeper's Orchard / Pan) - BLAST FURNACE - Blast Furnace +1 - EU Prog Gems Expanded Limited Edition - VERY RARE - LISTENprice: 55,00 PLN / 13,75 EUR
Released by Polydor Records in December 1971, a classic and in my opinion excellent album by a Danish progressive band with a full sound based on Hammond organ and juicy guitar sounds, complemented by flute parts and a strong rhythm section. The band as a rule went for compact forms and catchy melodies, though it often switched surprisingly abruptly (changing tempo in passing) between acoustic passages and heavier, organ-and-guitar improvisations. An example is the great overdriven guitar solo coming in suddenly in the first track... The exceptions to the rule were 2 short passages based on a soporific piano backing and a mournful vocal part. Although inspirations from British bands such as Jethro Tull (please listen to the splendid second track), Atomic Rooster, Traffic or Caravan were clearly audible, Blast Furnace's music nevertheless retained its own character. Unfortunately, the album was not a commercial success (the original vinyl in perfect condition sells for 1000 euros), but over time gained the status of one of the most interesting and most sought-after Danish progressive albums of the early seventies. After the band's break-up, two of its musicians joined the band Culpeper's Orchard. Additionally, the A-side of a rare single from 1971 is included as a bonus. This is the best-sounding CD version of this title! A MUST! Condition: new, sealed. (JL) -
BLOCCO MENTALE - BLOCCO MENTALE - POA - ITA Remastered Card Sleeve Edition - LISTENprice: 75,00 PLN / 18,75 EUR
Very nice playing, typical of the Italians, in the vein of Procol Harum, VDGG and ELP. Remastered 2011 edition, in a gatefold sleeve. -
BLODWYN PIG (see also: Jethro Tull / Mick Abrahams) - BLODWYN PIG - BBC Sessions 1969-1974 - FRA Lumpy Gravy - LISTEN - VERY RAREprice: 60,00 PLN / 15,00 EUR
Superb, limited to 500 copies, wonderfully recorded, 80-minute CD containing all the very good quality recordings available on the market made for BBC radio (by the excellent, British, progressive formation led by Jethro Tull's first guitarist) in 1969-1974. On the tracks from the 1974 reunion (including a 30-minute, excellent live performance for a small audience) the drummer was Clive Bunker, known from Jethro Tull! ATTENTION! 10 brand new compositions (6 from 1974) did not appear on records, so one could almost say that a third, unrecorded album is contained here: live/studio from 1974! On two tracks by the group Blodwyn, Peter Banks, known from early Yes, played guitar! This CD beats hands down the long out-of-print (and on closer inspection somewhat deceptive, since it contains several tracks from the 90s) CD 'Basement Tapes'. That is a completely different conversation! Great sound quality - the two recordings available on YouTube are of worse quality than on the CD! A MUST! (JL) -
BLONDE ON BLONDE (see also: Aquila) - BLONDE ON BLONDE - Contrasts +2 - EU Magic Potion Expanded Limited Edition - LISTEN - VERY RAREprice: 55,00 PLN / 13,75 EUR
A new, European, limited reissue of the superb debut album by a British progressive band, released in 1969. A great record, but unfortunately underrated at the time. Almost every fan of late 60s music will find something for themselves: guitar rock, psychedelic moods with sitar, Beatles-like melodies, acoustic, folky moods and typically progressive, though not very extended, instrumental passages. The record has practically no weak points, and the opening, simply stunning "Ride With Captain Max" is worth the price of the whole thing! Plus two tracks from the band's debut single. A few months later the guitarist/leader Ralph Denyer formed the band Aquila. A MUST! (JL) -
BLONDE ON BLONDE (see also: Aquila) - BLONDE ON BLONDE - Rebirth - SWE Flawed Gems Remastered - LISTEN - VERY RAREprice: 60,00 PLN / 15,00 EUR
A remastered and tastefully produced edition of the excellent second album from 1970 - additionally with a different, single version of "Circles"! This is classic progressive playing of the very highest calibre, with a multitude of instrumental parts (Hammond, rather sharp guitar, frequent changes of mood) plus inspired vocals. The simplest way to place this music is between the work of Wishbone Ash, Procol Harum and Gnidrolog (from the period of the LP "Lady Lake"), and Genesis from the period of "Trespass". Without a doubt it is the best edition so far in terms of sound! A must! -
BLONDE ON BLONDE (see also: Aquila) - BLONDE ON BLONDE - Reflections On A Life - SWE Flawed Gems Remastered Edition - LISTEN - VERY RAREprice: 60,00 PLN / 15,00 EUR
The last, third album by the British progressive group, released in 1971. Almost as great as the excellent second, only the tracks were somewhat shorter. Highly recommended! -
BLOOD CEREMONY - BLOOD CEREMONY – Lord Of Misrule - UK Rise Above Records - UNIKALNY CDprice: 90,00 PLN / 22,50 EUR
"Lord Of Misrule" is an album from 2017 on which Blood Ceremony develop their characteristic sound inspired by the rock of the 70s. The band's music combines heavy, doomy riffs with psychedelia and a distinctly marked occult atmosphere. A special role is played here by the flute, which gives the compositions a unique, almost folk flavour. The production is warmer and more accessible than on earlier releases, but does not lose its dark atmosphere. It is one of the more interesting records of the contemporary strand of rock referring to the aesthetics of Black Sabbath and Jethro Tull. ONLY ONE COPY! New, sealed. -
BLOQUE - BLOQUE - Hombre, Tierra y Alma - SWE Flawed Gems Edition - LISTEN - VERY RAREprice: 60,00 PLN / 15,00 EUR
I love this album! Released 'only' in 1979, but sounding much earlier (1973-74), the Spaniards' second album contained a very impressive and soulful portion of progressive rock based on a strong vocal, sobbing or heavily riff-driven guitar parts and of course a battery of keyboards - almost identical in form to the offerings of some Italian formations such as Biglietto per l'Inferno, P.F.M. or Museo Rosenbach - with a touch of the style of Pink Floyd and early Camel. I stress that Spanish progressive bands were heavily 'delayed' (including Lisker, Nu, Leno) and the date 1979 can safely be treated as nominal. I write this because at that time rather dreadful things were being made in the progressive world, but in General Franco's country time flowed differently, more slowly. As with all records from this label - excellent sound quality, mastered from the original vinyl! A must! -
BLOQUE - BLOQUE - El Hijo del Alba - SPA Serdisco Edition - LISTENprice: 70,00 PLN / 17,50 EUR
Released in 1980, the third, excellent album by a Spanish progressive formation, known, among others, for the superb second CD "Hombre, tierra y alma" from 1979. The third is in an almost identical mood - you can hear a clear fascination with Italian progressive rock (Biglietto per l'Inferno or Quella Vecchia Locanda), as well as melodies resembling the best recordings of Kansas. Highly recommended! (JL) -
BLUE EFFECT (Modry Efekt) - BLUE EFFECT - Kingdom Of Life +10 - ITA Eastern Time Expanded Edition - LISTEN - VERY RAREprice: 60,00 PLN / 15,00 EUR
Blue Effect (later Modry Efekt) is probably the best Czech group - with the great, not to say frenzied, guitarist Radim Hladik. This outstanding, progressive album without a doubt belongs to the TOP FIVE OF ROCK FROM THE EASTERN BLOC! Recorded in 1969 and 1970, the vinyl "Kingdom Of Life" was prepared with a view to sale on the market of the Eastern Bloc countries. In fact it was the debut LP "Meditace" (1970), with the difference that four tracks from the first side originally sung in Czech (included among the bonus tracks - alongside 6 tracks from singles) were replaced with the English words of a new vocalist and an alternative cover. A combination of the style of Jethro Tull, Ten Years After, Led Zeppelin and The Moody Blues. Why were such records not made here?!? This 80-minute CD includes all the recordings from the band's early psych-progressive period, which already in 1970 went off into slightly more jazzy, equally exciting regions. An absolute must! (JL) -
BLUE EFFECT (Modry Efekt) - MODRY EFEKT – 33 (+3) - Supraphon Digipak Remastered Editionprice: 90,00 PLN / 22,50 EUR
Still in September and October 1980 the eighth (or ninth - counting the largely repeat LP Kingdom Of Life) and unfortunately last LP under the name M. Efekt was recorded as a trio. The record, titled 33, was released by Supraphon in 1981 and contained four extended and as a rule very good compositions divided into two sides of vinyl: the first part came from Hladik's pen and side B was written by Semelka. A great virtue of this music was the very traditional, for 1981, rock sound, and the return of the dominant guitar sounds - strongly limited on the previous LP. It is also worth mentioning that Martin Kratochvil - piano, Jiří Stivín - flute and the band's former bassist - Josef Kůstka - vocals took part in the recording of the record. The whole thing was opened by the excellent, decidedly progressive Třiatřicet - lasting 14 and a half minutes, a fairly stylistically changeable piece sung with Niemen-like passion, but as I mentioned - dominated by splendid, dynamic and exceptionally solid phrases of electric guitar referencing the school of Howe's and Gilmour's. Of course the somewhat cosmic (and for brief moments almost new wave) resonating synthesisers tried to dominate this music, but Hladík did not give in! And Vlado Čech's drumming as always was sensational! I don't want to be nasty, but when I think of the level of rock playing in Poland at the time, I am seized by genuine envy! The second track was the 7-minute Avignonské Slečny Z Prahy - a piece begun very gently, almost pastorally, which then turned into another soft-progressive piece in the style of Focus and Camel. Opening the second part, the almost 9-minute Občasná Pánská Jízda, except for a few feisty and rhythmically broken, shorter passages, was as a rule kept in a fairly slow rhythm and thanks to the brilliant playing of Radim Hladík again brought to mind the classic recordings of Focus, Camel and Steve Hackett's. The closing piece of the last record, Kohoutek Kamarádství Dokapává, like its predecessor was based on an almost ideal interplay of warm-sounding synthesisers and sweeping guitar parts, of which the greatest impression was made by the slowly building, perfectly played and, importantly - melodic solo in the second half of the piece. Note! On the CD version the order of the last two recordings has been swapped - even if the booklet showed otherwise! And that was already the end of the record activity (not counting a few singles) of this splendid band - once more I will repeat that it was certainly the best, most versatile - that was active in the 70s in the Eastern Bloc! I admit that I somewhat underrated Hladík's band! I listened obsessively to 2-3 early titles and the rest I rather... did not give a fig about. And only now, when I have finished listening carefully to all these albums - only now has it dawned on me how excellent this music is and at how high and, importantly - consistently even a level it stood for many years! I understand that voices will soon be raised that there is, after all, Omega (I adore them, but after 1975 it was no longer the same...), that Breakout (great, but after 1971 strongly uneven and it stopped developing), that SBB (without a single excellent record in its output; totally overrated, adored mainly in Poland, though esteemed in the world) and perhaps the Romanian Phoenix (splendid, but their output was not very impressive...). Just to finish I will add that in 1981 the band broke up, because the vocalist and the drummer Čech, always faithful to Hladík, left to found the group Lešek Semelka & S.L.S. Meanwhile in later years the lone guitarist was practically condemned to work with various, random line-ups, and the result of these efforts was a Supraphon disc made in 1983: Něžná/Záhada Jmelí (1983) - with a ballad-like and completely nondescript A side and a decent, hard rock B side. And in 1987 the Doktor/Čajovna (Supraphon, 1987), unknown to me, reached the market. Unfortunately, already in 1986 the excellent drummer (compared in his homeland to John Bonham) Vlado Čech died prematurely of alcoholism..." REVIEW BY JACEK LEŚNIEWSKI FROM A BOOK ON ROCK FROM THE FORMER EASTERN BLOC, BEGUN BUT ABANDONED AFTER HALF A YEAR (2021). A digipak edition with three bonus tracks. -
BLUE EFFECT (Modry Efekt) - MODRY EFEKT – Svět Hledačů (+7) - Supraphon Digipak Remastered Editionprice: 90,00 PLN / 22,50 EUR
"The album Svět Hledačů is the highest-rated (4.31 out of 5) title by the group on the site progarchives.com, created by (ever younger) fans and all kinds of know-it-alls, while Meditace (3.23/5) and Nová Syntéza 2 (3.29/5) - the worst, which may not be entirely reliable (only 70-160 people voted on the band's various titles), but it testifies to what kind of progressive rock is currently best received among internet users... After the release of the album Veselý, in conflict with the vocalist, left the band, and in 1980 Supraphon released a very average single Žena V Okně / Známe Se Dál - credited to Lešek Semelka M. Efekt." REVIEW BY JACEK LEŚNIEWSKI FROM A BOOK ON ROCK FROM THE FORMER EASTERN BLOC, BEGUN BUT ABANDONED AFTER HALF A YEAR (2021). A digipak edition, 7 bonus tracks.
