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CREAM ~ FRESH CREAM (SUPER DELUXE EDITION) POLYDOR 602557185515 (Barcode: 602557185515) ~ UK ~ Blues-Rock Recorded: 1966 Released: 2017 This is a reissue / archival Box Set presenting the music recorded by the iconic British Rock / Blues-Rock band CreamFind albums by this artist and released on their debut album “Fresh CreamFind albums with this title”. The Box Set includes three CDs and one Blue-ray and is lavishly packaged with a hardcover book with an essay, song lyrics and many photographs. CD1 presents mono mixes, which include the album (ten tracks), one outtake, three singles and two EPs with alternate mixes and alternate masters. CD2 presents stereo mixes, which include the album, three session recordings and seven previously unreleased alternate mixes. CD3 presents eleven outtakes, early versions and alternate mixes, all bar one previously unreleased and sixteen BBC recordings (only two previously unreleased), captured at four different sessions. The Blue-ray Disk presents the US mono and stereo versions of the album and the three additional tracks, all in 24/96 High Resolution audio. Cream, the first supergroup, were obviously a groundbreaking musical step, which combined the Manfred MannFind albums by this artist bassist Jack BruceFind albums by this artist, John MayallFind albums by this artist’s BluesbreakersFind albums by this artist guitarist Eric ClaptonFind albums by this artist and Graham Bond OrganizationFind albums by this artist drummer Ginger BakerFind albums by this artist, creating a true one of a kind monster, which was about to change Blues-Rock and Rock like no other group ever did before them. In many respects they still reverberate in every Rock album recorded since 1996, when they recorded the music included herein. All three Cream members were geniuses in they own right of course, but it was Jack Bruce who wrote all the original material on this album together with the poet Pete BrownFind albums by this artist (except one tune by Baker, which was mostly a drum solo), with the rest of the material being traditional Blues pieces. The combination of Blues with Rock riffs and heavy sound was of course the cradle of Blues-Rock as we know it. Overall, this is one of the most revolutionary Rock albums of all time, which opened completely new opportunities of cross-genre pollination and the opened the Golden Decade of music, during which most of the music worth listening to was created. For Cream fanatics this is of course an essential piece of the puzzle, but most veteran Cream followers already have all the material here in one form or another. Nevertheless, this golden classic deserves to be treated with respect, today perhaps more so than ever.

Updated: 29/09/2021Posted: 29/09/2021

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GREENSLADE ~ GREENSLADE WOUNDED BIRD 2698 (Barcode: 664140269828) ~ UK ~ Progressive Rock Recorded: 1972 Released: 2006 1st album by the phenomenal Prog group GreensladeFind albums by this artist created by keyboards wizard Dave GreensladeFind albums by this artist, following the demise of ColosseumFind albums by this artist Mk. I. Greenslade joined forces with original Colosseum bassist Tony ReevesFind albums by this artist, a remarkable player with strong jazz background, who played both the electric and acoustic bass with elegance and sensitivity. To complete the group they enlisted the great (and sadly overlooked and under appreciated) drummer Andrew McCullochFind albums by this artist, who played with Manfred MannFind albums by this artist, King CrimsonFind albums by this artist (LizardFind albums with this title) and Arthur BrownFind albums by this artist and since the mid-1970s disappeared from the music scene almost completely. The fourth member of the group was the keyboardist / vocalist Dave LawsonFind albums by this artist (Episode SixFind albums by this artist, StackridgeFind albums by this artist), an excellent musician who handled the complex compositions with flying colors. Greenslade, a prolific composer, wrote most of the material for the group, with some marginal contributions by Reeves and Lawson (who handled the lyrics). He used a wide range of keyboards between acoustic piano, organ and synthesizers, creating complex and beautiful sound layers, amply supported by his fellow band members. The debut album is a classic showcase of Prog at its best: great melodies, superb instrumental work and a wide range of influences including jazz, blues, rock and classical music. A beautiful sleeve work by Roger DeanFind albums by this artist. An absolute must for any serious Prog lover.

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HENRY LOWTHER ~ CHILD SONG VOCALION 8403 (Barcode: 765387840327) ~ UK ~ Jazz Recorded: 1970 Released: 2005 Trumpeter / violinist / composer Henry LowtherFind albums by this artist was one of the busiest and most sought after musicians on the British scene in the late 1960s and 1970s. His virtuosity and versatility resulted in him being a member in many groups (often simultaneously) and in different musical environments like Rock (Manfred MannFind albums by this artist), Jazz-Rock (Keef HartleyFind albums by this artist), Blues (John MayallFind albums by this artist) and Jazz (Michael GibbsFind albums by this artist, Mike WestbrookFind albums by this artist, Michael GarrickFind albums by this artist) as well as participating in hundreds of recordings as a session musician. This album is his debut recording as a leader of his own quintet, which includes some of the best young and up-coming British Jazz musicians at the time: Tony RobertsFind albums by this artist – sax, Mike McNaughtFind albums by this artist – electric piano, Daryl RunswickFind albums by this artist – bass and Mike TravisFind albums by this artist – drums. Two additional musicians: Jimmy JewellFind albums by this artist – sax and Neil SlavenFind albums by this artist – percussion also take part in the recording. The music, all composed by Lowther, is a splendid example of the European modern Jazz, which is both melodic and adventurous at the same time. The performances are all spotless and the music flows beautifully, leaving the listener wishing for more when the album is over. Overall the album stands the test of time with flying colors and I can wholeheartedly recommend it every Jazz buff, but of course especially to people partial to the British Jazz scene. Great stuff!

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MANFRED MANN ~ DOWN THE ROAD APIECE: THEIR EMI RECORDINGS 1963-1966 EMI 094639721528 (Barcode: 094639721528) ~ UK ~ Classic Rock Recorded: 1963 - 1966 Released: 2007 This wonderful Box Set compiles all the recordings Manfred MannFind albums by this artist made for the EMIFind albums on this label label, documenting the first chapter of their illustrious career. The music covers everything from the first demo session they did as a group till the very last recordings done before the first lineup folded with the departure of their lead singer Paul JonesFind albums by this artist. The group would then continue with a new lead singer (Mike d`AboFind albums by this artist) and a new label (FontanaFind albums on this label), but that is another story. What is fascinating about this Box Set is the fact that is shows not only the historical development of one of the most important UK groups, but in fact the entire history of the early to mid 1960s UK music scene. It clearly shows the main influences that went into the incredible music of the Golden Era – Jazz, Blues, Rhythm And Blues and Rock And Roll. Most of the tracks include the stable lineup of the group, which includes the founding members Manfred MannFind albums by this artist (piano and organ), Mike HuggFind albums by this artist (drums and vibraphone), Mike VickersFind albums by this artist (guitar, saxophone and flute), Tom McGuinnessFind albums by this artist (bass) and Paul Jones (harmonica and vocals). Mann, Hugg and Vickers came from a solid jazz background, which is very evident throughout all their music and would eventually lead to the switch to Jazz-Rock Fusion in the late 1960s (Manfred Mann Chapter ThreeFind albums by this artist). The other members, especially Jones, had a solid Blues background. The result was a unique blend of Blues-Rock, which rather then featuring guitar as the lead instrument (as did most of the groups at the time) had the sax / flute / piano up-front. Jones was of course one of the most potent singers of the era, a serious competitor even to Mick JaggerFind albums by this artist. This was also the reason why the group recorded so many instrumental tracks, which were as important in their repertoire as the songs. Although the group managed to score quite a few major hits on the charts, it seems that they never made music, which was particularly ‘likeable” on purpose and their success was manly due to their talents rather than pursuit of popularity. There is so much great music on these CDs that I hardly feel a need to convince anybody to get them. This is a first class document of the music scene at the most interesting formative period and listening to it is not only a most pleasurable experience but also a fascinating course in music history. A must!

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MANFRED MANN ~ ORIGINAL ALBUM SERIES PARLOPHONE 825646285297 (Barcode: 825646285297) ~ UK ~ Classic Pop Recorded: 1963 - 1966 Released: 2014 This Box Set collects the four UK albums recorded by the first version of the British Pop group Manfred MannFind albums by this artist, released originally on the HMVFind albums on this label label, and the first solo album by their vocalist Paul JonesFind albums by this artist, and includes material recorded between 1963 and 1966, a period spanning just over three years. The original members of the group were: keyboardist / vibraphonist Manfred Mann, drummer Mike HuggFind albums by this artist, guitarist / saxophonist / flautist Mike VickersFind albums by this artist (all of them coming from a Jazz background), bassist Dave RichmondFind albums by this artist, soon to be replaced by Tom McGuinnessFind albums by this artist and vocalist / harmonica player Paul Jones. By autumn 1965 Vickers left, McGuinness moved to guitar and the band was joined by Jack BruceFind albums by this artist on bass, Henry LowtherFind albums by this artist on trumpet and Lyn DobsonFind albums by this artist on saxophone, all three being prominent members of the new generation of British Jazz players. Listening to these four albums (the Jones´ album is of secondary importance) clearly illustrates not only their many qualities but also their rapid progress from early American influenced Rhythm And Blues and Rock And Roll to their own individual style, which embraced sophisticated chord changes, complex rhythms, a tendency towards Jazz improvisation and a love of instrumental compositions, combined with exquisite sense of melody. In order to fully appreciate the group´s incredible journey it is recommended to get a copy of the incredible Manfred Mann anthology "Down The Road Apiece: Their EMI Recordings 1963-1966Find albums with this title", which includes absolutely everything they recorded during those early years. Of course also the second part of their output, released on the FontanaFind albums on this label label, which finds the band fronted by their second vocalist Mike d`AboFind albums by this artist, is equally fascinating and worth investigating. As I have been saying for decades, it is painfully obvious, especially now in retrospect that Manfred Mann were one of several British groups infinitely better musically than The BeatlesFind albums by this artist; a statement I have been bitterly criticized for, but which I am ready to repeat any time. This music simply proves my point to anybody who is willing to listen with an open mind. Wholeheartedly recommended! Side Note The "Original Album SeriesFind albums with this title" by Warner Bros.Find albums on this label, the "Original Album ClassicsFind albums with this title" by SonyFind albums on this label, the "5 Original AlbumsFind albums with this title" by UniversalFind albums on this label, the Box Sets by RhinoFind albums on this label and other similar releases are an archetypal example of how good intentions turn sour. Although these new editions often bring back to life some of the best music ever made on this planet, which in many cases has been lost in the tides of time and was unavailable on the market for ages, they suffer from an unforgivable disregard for the essence of cultural values and general sloppiness, contrary to human decency, which requires as to treat our Cultural Legacy with respect and loyalty. The Box Sets produced under these monikers have no discographical information whatsoever about the lineups, musician names, composers, lyricists, dates and places of recording, original release data and even basic copyright data (the last is strictly illegal BTW). Although the original LP sleeves are reproduced, they are often edited and information (which would be in most cases too small to be readable) is removed. Most importantly these Box Sets don't include any booklet offering a historical background and perspective about the Artists and the Music, which are extremely important and vital to the preservation of our Culture and passing the knowledge to the next generations. In short the fact that these Box Sets are meant to be inexpensive, does not mean that they have to be cheap. Considering the fact how many times this music has been sold over and over again by the labels, this is a crying shame!

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MANFRED MANN ~ RADIO DAYS VOL. 1: THE PAUL JONES ERA EAST CENTRAL ONE 1 (Barcode: 5060051334467) ~ UK ~ Classic Rock Recorded: 1964 - 1966 Released: 2019 This is the first volume of an archive series collecting the BBC radio recordings by the various groups led by British keyboardist / composer / bandleader Manfred MannFind albums by this artist. This volume, recorded between 1964 and 1966 includes the recordings by the quintet lineup of Manfred Mann (the group not to be confused with the leader), which consisted of Mann on keyboards, Mike VickersFind albums by this artist on guitar, saxophone and flute, Tom McGuinnessFind albums by this artist on bass, Mike HuggFind albums by this artist on drums and vibraphone and finally the lead singer Paul JonesFind albums by this artist, who also played harmonica. The second CD of the 2CD set features the second lineup of the group formed when Vickers left and McGuinness switched to guitar, which includes the legendary bass player Jack BruceFind albums by this artist and two Jazz players: trumpeter Henry LowtherFind albums by this artist and saxophonist Lyn DobsonFind albums by this artist, which obviously has a much more Jazz oriented sound and is a rare example of the early (1966!) British Jazz-Rock Fusion. The album presents forty one tracks, which include songs, original announcements and interviews, altogether a superb historical glance at British Pop / Rock at its best. When Paul Jones decided to leave Manfred Mann to pursue a solo career, he was replaced by Mike d`AboFind albums by this artist, who is the hero of the next volume of this series. In contrast to most British Pop / Rock groups at the time, Manfred Mann had a very strong Jazz / Blues background and outstanding instrumental competence, which was clearly heard in everything they played. To a trained ear it was pretty obvious that the group would rather play a more Jazz oriented material, which the constraints of the Pop idiom did not allow them to do at the time, but they did record many instrumental pieces (included here) which were bona fide Jazz material. With the explosion of the Progressive Rock a few years later, it was no surprise that Manfred Mann would follow that way full-heartedly. The music included here is a fabulous proof that they don´t make music like this any more. The melodies, the playing and the superb BBC sound are all exactly right on the money and the joy of listening to this music goes way beyond a nostalgic glimpse at the past. Overall this is an absolute must for all Manfred Mann fans and connoisseurs of British Pop / Rock of the mid-1960s period and a stunning historical document of the period, which should not be missed! The music was compiled by Greg RussoFind albums by this artist, who also wrote the informative booklet accompanying this album – great job mate!

Updated: 26/08/2020Posted: 08/07/2019

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MANFRED MANN ~ RADIO DAYS VOL. 2: THE MIKE D`ABO ERA EAST CENTRAL ONE 2 (Barcode: 5060051334474) ~ UK ~ Classic Rock Recorded: 1966 - 1969 Released: 2019 This is the second volume of an archive series collecting the BBC radio recordings by the various groups led by British keyboardist / composer / bandleader Manfred MannFind albums by this artist. This volume, recorded between 1966 and 1969 includes the recordings by the quintet lineup of Manfred Mann (the group not to be confused with the leader), which consisted of Mann on keyboards, Tom McGuinnessFind albums by this artist on guitar, Klaus VoormanFind albums by this artist on bass, Mike HuggFind albums by this artist on drums and vibraphone and finally the lead singer Mike d`AboFind albums by this artist. The album presents forty five tracks, which include songs, original announcements and interviews, altogether a superb historical glance at British Pop / Rock at its best. By early 1969 the group Manfred Mann fell apart and Mann and Hugg continued with the newly founded Manfred Mann Chapter ThreeFind albums by this artist, which is featured on the next volume of this series. In contrast to most British Pop / Rock groups at the time, Manfred Mann had a very strong Jazz / Blues background and outstanding instrumental competence, which was clearly heard in everything they played. To a trained ear it was pretty obvious that the group would rather play a more Jazz oriented material, which the constraints of the Pop idiom did not allow them to do at the time, but they did record many instrumental pieces (included here) which were bona fide Jazz material. With the explosion of the Progressive Rock, it was no surprise that Manfred Mann would follow that way full-heartedly. The music included here is a fabulous proof that they don´t make music like this any more. The melodies, the playing and the superb BBC sound are all exactly right on the money and the joy of listening to this music goes way beyond a nostalgic glimpse at the past. Overall this is an absolute must for all Manfred Mann fans and connoisseurs of British Pop / Rock of the mid to late 1960s period and a stunning historical document of the period, which should not be missed! The music was compiled by Greg RussoFind albums by this artist, who also wrote the informative booklet accompanying this album – great job mate!

Updated: 12/07/2019Posted: 10/07/2019

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MANFRED MANN CHAPTER THREE ~ RADIO DAYS VOL. 3 EAST CENTRAL ONE 3 (Barcode: 5060051334481) ~ UK ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion Recorded: 1968 - 1970 Released: 2019 This is the third volume of an archive series collecting the BBC radio recordings by the various groups led by British keyboardist / composer / bandleader Manfred MannFind albums by this artist. This volume, recorded between 1968 and 1970 includes the recordings by the short lived Manfred Mann Chapter ThreeFind albums by this artist, which consisted of Mann on keyboards and Mike HuggFind albums by this artist on vocals and piano (the only survivors from the Manfred Mann group), German saxophonist Bernie LivingFind albums by this artist, bassist Steve YorkFind albums by this artist (ex-East Of EdenFind albums by this artist) and drummer Craig CollingeFind albums by this artist (ex-ProcessionFind albums by this artist). A five piece brass section: saxophonists Clive StevensFind albums by this artist, Carl GriffithsFind albums by this artist and Dave CoxhillFind albums by this artist, trombonist Gerald DrewettFind albums by this artist and trumpeter Sonny CorbettFind albums by this artist completed the lineup. The album presents forty five tracks, which include radio, live and studio recordings, original announcements and interviews and even radio commercials, altogether a superb historical glance at British Jazz-Rock at its best. By late 1970 Manfred Mann Chapter Three fell apart and Mann continued with the newly founded Manfred Mann`s Earth BandFind albums by this artist, which is featured on the next volume of this series. Before Manfred Mann Chapter Three was officially launched, Mann and Hugg created a soundtrack to the "Venus In Furs" movie and twenty four excerpts from the soundtrack are included here (all previously unreleased). The radio recordings include not only BBC material but also Australian and Swedish radio recordings. Manfred Mann Chapter Three was a realization of a dream Mann kept in his mind since he started the group Manfred Mann in 1963. Finally liberated from the Pop / Rock image he was free to indulge in Jazz, which was always his preferred habitat. The group offered some of the most interesting British Jazz-Rock recordings on the two albums it managed to release before disbanding. Both the albums and the material presented here are a most welcome reminder of an Avant-Garde attempt to combine Free Form Jazz with Rock. Overall this is an absolute must for all Manfred Mann fans and connoisseurs of British Jazz-Rock of the mid to late 1960s period and a stunning historical document of the period, which should not be missed! The music was compiled by Greg RussoFind albums by this artist, who also wrote the informative booklet accompanying this album – great job mate!

Updated: 13/07/2019Posted: 12/07/2019

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	MANFRED MANN CHAPTER THREE ~ VOLUME ONE COHESION 001 ~ UK ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion Recorded: 1969 1st album from 1969. After many years of success in the Pop world, Mann decided to take things seriously and created a completely new band to play Prog music, with a considerable touch of Jazz-Rock. This fantastic album turned out to be a masterpiece and is one of the best examples of UK Fusion.
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	MANFRED MANN CHAPTER THREE ~ VOLUME TWO COHESION 002 ~ UK ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion 2nd album from 1970. A continuation of the same style and material as on the first album and another Prog masterpiece. This is very different then the next phase in Manfred`s musical ventures, which were more mainstream oriented, with some Prog elements still there.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ ANGEL STATION COHESION 011 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 9th album from 1979. As the decade comes to the close, the direction is more rock oriented than ever, but still in very good taste.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ BEST OF COHESION 018 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock Fantastic collection of the greatests recordings by this group with many rare items added to spice up the contents even more, all previously unreleased. A true homage to this group.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ BEST OF VOL.2 COHESION 020 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock Second volume of this fantastic collection of the greatests recordings by this group with many rare items added to spice up the contents even more, all previously unreleased. A true homage to this group.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ BUDAPEST LIVE COHESION 014 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 12th album from 1983. The first official live album by the band, recorded in the Hungarian capital. Includes live versions of well known greats in extended versions. Remastered and with bonus tracks.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ CHANCE COHESION 012 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 10th album from 1980. In his usual good form, a more contemporary oriented selection of Manfred`s original tunes, with many guest musicians, including Trevor Rabin from Yes.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ CRIMINAL TANGO COHESION 015 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 13th album from 1986. Back in great shape and with the original singer (Chris Thompson) this is another fine release by the band.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ GLORIFIED MAGNIFIED COHESION 004 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 2nd album from 1972. Same kind of material. If you like the Earth Band, you`ll get all of them anyway. Remastered and with bonus tracks.
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MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND COHESION 003 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 1st album from 1971. Mann created this new band, which will be his vehicle for the years to come, in order to do his own thing - to play ambitious music free from commercial limitations. This album starts a long series of releases, all of witch are brilliant Prog music, slightly on the `lighter` and more melodic side. Remastered and with bonus tracks.

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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ MANN ALIVE COHESION 1 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 16th album from 1998. A 2CD set recorded live by Manfred and the group during the `Soft Vengeance` tour. A great collection of tracks not only from that album but spanning the entire group`s history. Very vibrant and powerful.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ MASQUE COHESION 016 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 14th album from 1987. Includes Manfred`s ambitious project of rewriting parts of Gustav Holst`s `Planets Suite`. This was to be the last album before a break of almost 10 years occurred till the next album was released. Remastered and with bonus tracks.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ MESSIN` COHESION 005 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 3rd album from 1973. Mann is one of the first musicians who becomes aware of the environmental problems created by modern society and his albums deal with this issue.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ NIGHTINGALES AND BOMBERS COHESION 008 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 6th album from 1975. Another huge commercial success but contents as strong as ever with great melodies and elaborate arrangements.
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MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ RADIO DAYS VOL. 4 EAST CENTRAL ONE 4 (Barcode: 5060051334498) ~ UK ~ Progressive Rock Recorded: 1971 - 1973 Released: 2019 This is the fourth volume of an archive series collecting the BBC radio recordings by the various groups led by British keyboardist / composer / bandleader Manfred MannFind albums by this artist. This volume, recorded between 1971 and 1973 includes the recordings by the first incarnation of Manfred Mann`s Earth BandFind albums by this artist, which consisted of Mann on keyboards, Mick RogersFind albums by this artist on vocals and guitar, Colin PattendenFind albums by this artist on bass and Chris SladeFind albums by this artist on drums. The album presents twenty one tracks, which include radio recordings with original announcements, altogether a superb historical glance at British Progressive Rock at its best. The group is still alive and kicking today (2019), now in its fifth decade of activity and many wonderful album releases under the belt. The material included here comes mostly from the first four albums by the group: the eponymous debut ("Manfred Mann`s Earth BandFind albums with this title"), "Glorified MagnifiedFind albums with this title", "Messin`Find albums with this title", and "Solar FireFind albums with this title". Manfred Mann´s Earth Band was from its inception an integral part of the British Progressive Rock movement, although it operated within a unique outline dominated by Mann´s compositions and his Jazz influenced keyboards wizardry and imaginative improvisation skills. His pioneering keyboard technique and especially the wonderful usage of the Moog synthesizer established him as one of the most revered keyboards player on the scene. His extended keyboard extravaganzas, which can be heard here, are among the finest examples of Moog playing in Progressive Rock, way more advanced that what other synthesizer players at the time were doing. As appropriate for the genre, some of the tracks present here are extended versions of album tracks, running beyond the ten minutes mark and in one case almost reaching the twenty minutes mark. In contrast to many other attempts by Prog groups, which often resulted in boring excessive doodling, the music present here is exciting and fascinating all the way through. Overall this is an absolute must for all Manfred Mann fans and connoisseurs of British Progressive Rock of the early 1970s period and a stunning historical document of the period, which should not be missed! The music was compiled by Greg RussoFind albums by this artist, who also wrote the informative booklet accompanying this album – great job mate!

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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ SOFT VENGEANCE GRAPEVINE 213 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 15th album from 1996. Manfred is back in his formidable form with a selection of great tunes and a powerful band. A concept album of sorts, includes a lengthy suite in the best Prog tradition.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ SOLAR FIRE COHESION 006 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 4th album from 1973. The most successful one which brought this band to a much wider audience.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ SOMEWHERE IN AFRICA COHESION 013 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 11th album from 1982. A great concept album, incorporating elements of World Music and for the first time female vocals on some of the tracks.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ THE GOOD EARTH COHESION 007 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 5th album from 1974. Again concerned with environment issues. The band is getting more polished and inventive all the time. Remastered and with bonus tracks.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ THE ROARING SILENCE COHESION 009 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 7th album from 1976. Considered one of the best by this group. Great melodies, vocals and instrumental performances.
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	MANFRED MANN`S EARTH BAND ~ WATCH COHESION 010 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock 8th album from 1978. Considered to be the finest of the later albums.
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	MANFRED MANN`S PLAIN MUSIC ~ MANFRED MANN`S PLAIN MUSIC COHESION 017 ~ UK ~ Classic Rock A very special project by Manfred from 1991, which incorporates World Music, jazz and many other influences. Kept separately from the Earth Band `line` to emphasize a new and different approach, but the band`s fans will surely like this one as well. Remastered and with bonus tracks.
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UZI AND THE STYLES ~ UZI AND THE STYLES (EXPANDED EDITION) HED ARZI 64752 (Barcode: 7293372475290) ~ ISRAEL ~ Classic Rock Recorded: 1969 - 1970 Released: 2007 Uzi FuxFind albums by this artist and his band The StylesFind albums by this artist were one of a plethora of Israeli rock bands (The ChurchillsFind albums by this artist, The Blue StarsFind albums by this artist, The New StarsFind albums by this artist, The Fats & ThinsFind albums by this artist, The GeneralsFind albums by this artist, The MonksFind albums by this artist, The SpidersFind albums by this artist and many others) active on the local scene in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The main difference between The Styles and other bands was the fact that they performed mainly self-written material and in English as opposed to the other bands, which did mostly covers and original songs in Hebrew. The band included two British musicians: Abe OrchoverFind albums by this artist (organ) Tony PriceFind albums by this artist (songwriter), who were responsible for the band’s advanced sound and production. They were influenced by The BeatlesFind albums by this artist and Manfred MannFind albums by this artist, but managed quickly to form their unique character, placing the group as one of the most important early Israeli rock outfits. Their only album was recorded in 1970, presenting all (but one) original songs written by Orchover and Price and including their biggest hit “Friends”. This expanded edition includes their single and EP releases (the EP was released in UK, USA, Spain, Germany and Belgium and met with quite a success at the time), collecting all the recorded legacy of the band.

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VARIOUS ARTISTS ~ SONDA GAD 011 (Barcode: 5901549197112) ~ POLAND ~ Electronic & Ambient Recorded: 1971 - 1986 Released: 2013 The term "library music" (a.k.a. "production music" or "stock music") is a relatively little know aspect of the music industry, known mostly to composers / recording artists who produce music for music library companies, which then license this music to various media producers, like film, television, radio and others. Most music fans have no idea that many of their favorite composers / artists had at one time or another cooperated with music libraries, which eventually was the reason behind instrumental and vocal tracks popping up as themes for famous films and television shows. The music libraries are very popular in Britain since the 1960, like KSP or Standard Music Library, and in Germany, where the world´s biggest music library Sonoton has its headquarters. This collection of library music pieces has one thing in common: they were all used by the epic / cult Polish TV popular science series called "SondaFind albums with this title", which was extremely popular and run for twelve years between 1977 and 1989. The program was innovative and extremely well done and also excelled in the careful choice of its background music, which was selected from the Sonoton vaults. The program´s theme music, also included on this album, was written by Mike VickersFind albums by this artist (Manfred MannFind albums by this artist) and was taken from the Standard Music Library vaults. The music, which except for the program´s theme composed in 1971, was all composed and performed between 1980 and 1986, which of course means that it is heavily filled with synthesizer sounds, which at the time were highly fashionable. However, in contrast to most popular synthesizer soaked 1980s music, which is simply unlistenable today (and wasn´t that good to start with), the music here withstood the tides of time quite well and sounds pretty excellent today, especially as part of the nostalgia wave that surrounds past decades. As already mentioned, the creators of this music were all top notch composers / musicians, which is plainly obvious to anyone listening to this album. Although this album is primarily a tribute to the legendary TV series, it is also a great trip revisiting some great and mostly forgotten synthesizer music from the 1980s, which is still relevant and worthy of being listened to. The album was beautifully put together by GADFind albums on this label Records and its owner Michal WilczynskiFind albums by this artist, who is setting a standard with his work for all reissue labels to follow.

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