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  | WIGWAM ~ FAIRYPORT
ESOTERIC 2182 (Barcode: 5013929728226) ~ FINLAND ~ Progressive Rock
Recorded: 1971 Released: 2010
3rd album by the Finnish Prog Masters WigwamFind albums by this artist (originally released as a double LP), marking the arrival of the group at a point of maturity after the initial period of searching for their unique voice, as reflected on their first two releases. This album is often considered as one of the finest examples of Finnish Prog and together with its follow up "BeingFind albums with this title" it presents Wigwam as one of Prog´s all time highest achievements. The band´s core: vocalist Jim PembrokeFind albums by this artist (a British expatriate living in Finland), keyboardist Jukka GustavsonFind albums by this artist, who was the band´s principal composer, bassist Pekka PohjolaFind albums by this artist and drummer Ronnie OsterbergFind albums by this artist are joined by several guest musicians, mainly guitarist Jukka TolonenFind albums by this artist, who often cooperated with the band, and woodwind / brass players, including Jazz saxophonists Eero KoivistoinenFind albums by this artist and Pekka PoyryFind albums by this artist, expanding the overall sound of the basic quartet. The compositions are all outstanding, moody and full of unexpected turns and twists. Superb instrumental sections allow all musicians to express their talents, often moving into lengthy Jazzy improvisations. Pembroke´s English vocals were a great asset for the group and contributed to their immense popularity outside of Finland. Almost four decades after this material was recorded, it still sounds fresh and exciting, ready to be discovered by new generations of music lovers. Absolutely essential!
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  | WIGWAM ~ FAIRYPORT
LOVE 44/ 45 ~ FINLAND ~ Progressive Rock
3rd album from 1971 (originally a double LP now on 1 CD) by this band, which hits it right where it should - your heart. Absolutely brilliant material with help from Jukka Tolonen, Finland`s greatests guitar player. After the initial phase of searching on this album the bands reaches full maturity and creates a true Prog gem.
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