SPRING S/T Rare Collectible Prog/Mellotron LP from 1971

	£		112
	$		148

Description

A minor classic of progressive rock, this album ranks with Gracious's second album and King Crimson's debut as an exemplar of the use of the Mellotron. Although mellotrons and the organ provide the foundation of the band's sound, the drums and guitar lay down rocky grooves that keep the washes of keyboards from swamping the whole affair. The lyrics are contemplative, a quality emphasized by Moran's smoky and often wistful vocal style, particularly on the mournful piano piece "Song to Absent Friends." "Shipwrecked Soldier" has wonderfully martial rhythms applied to the Mellotron and drums, and the soaring "Golden Fleece" really lets the multiple keyboards shine. The production is airy and live sounding, with the result that the music has aged surprisingly well.

Personnel: Pat Moran – vocals, mellotron; Ray Martinez – lead guitar, mellotron, twelve string guitar; Adrian Maloney – bass guitar; Pique Withers – drums, glockenspiel; Kips Brown – piano, organ, mellotron

Track listing: 1. The Prisoner (Eight to Ten) 2. Grail 3. Boats 4. Shipwrecked Soldier 5. Golden Fleece 6. Inside Out 7. Song To Absent Friends (The Island) 8. Gazing

Label – Neon NE6 (Triple Gatefold Cover EX/Vinyl EX); Please Note: I am unable to guarantee that this record is an original pressing as the printing on the inside of the gatefold is a bit fuzzy. I will be happy to answer any specific questions you may have, before you place a bid. Whatever it is, the condition is near mint and the music is just great!!

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