Browse by Label: ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)

Artist:	EGG
Title:	The Civil Surface
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2003CD

"Egg were exponents of the so-called 'Canterbury' style of rock music and were focused around the compositional and keyboard playing skills of Dave Stewart (later in Hatfield & The North), Mont Campbell and Clive Brooks. The band recorded two superb albums for Decca Records between 1969 & 1971 before going their separate ways. In 1974 they recorded their final album for the newly-established Virgin record label. Featuring guest musicians such as Steve Hillage and members of the unique Henry Cow, The Civil Surface is now regarded as a classic of the 'Canterbury' and progressive genres. This Esoteric Recordings release has been remastered from the original tapes and is certain to the many who made the reissues of Egg's previous work such a success. The first official CD release of this classic album in sixteen years."

Artist:	ALLEN, DAEVID
Title:	Good Morning!
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2004CD

"In 1975, following his departure from Gong, the highly influential group he had founded, Daevid Allen sought musical solace in the village of Deja on the island of Mallorca. Here he encountered a group of Catalan musicians, Euterpe, with whom Allen began a collaboration. Recorded in Mallorca, the album Good Morning! was released by Virgin Records in 1976 to great acclaim, being a unique work that was regarded by fans and critics as being equally as good as anything he recorded with Gong, if not better. Filled with Allen's startling original musical observations, Good Morning! appeared briefly on CD in the early 1990s and vanished quickly. Long sought-after by the legions of Gong/Daevid Allen followers, Esoteric Recordings is proud to announce the reissue of this album with fully-restored artwork and superb 24-bit digitally-remastered sound. The first-ever official CD release for this classic album in sixteen years."

Artist:	MARSUPILAMI
Title:	Arena
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2007CD

"Released in March 1971, Arena was the second and final album by the group Marsupilami. Initially a folk-based group, the band evolved into one of the most adventurous, if unsung, bands of the early 1970s, producing two stunningly original Mellotron-soaked albums. Featuring a line-up of brothers Fred and Leary Hasson (lead vocals, harmonica and keyboards respectively), Dave Laverock (guitar), Richard Lathan Hicks (bass), Jessica Stanley Clarke (flute, vocals) and Mike Fouracre (drums), Marsupilami drew early comparisons to such contemporaries as Quintessence and Gryphon, although in truth the group were far more experimental and powerful. Produced by Peter Bardens (soon to form Camel), the CD release of Arena will be welcomed by the legions of progressive rock aficionados. With this 24-bit remastered edition from Esoteric Recordings, the conceptual Arena has never sounded better. The first-ever official UK CD release for this classic album -- now 24-bit remastered."

Artist:	JONESY
Title:	Masquerade - The Dawn Years Anthology
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$21.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2009CD

"Recently cited by Classic Rock magazine as 'the best prog band you've never heard,' Jonesy were one of the most innovative British bands of the early 1970s. Placing a Mellotron at the center of their sound and taking influences from the worlds of jazz, rock, classical music and folk, Jonesy recorded a single and three albums (No Alternative, Keeping Up & Growing) for Pye's progressive Dawn imprint. Drawing comparisons to King Crimson and Yes, Jonesy were more that. Classic Rock's Malcolm Dome declared recently; 'Jonesy were more than mere mimics of any Fripp-ery. They made some fascinating records.' Now, for the first time, Esoteric gathers all of Jonesy's recorded output for Dawn Records and gathers it on this deluxe 2CD set, with all tracks remastered from the original master tapes. Masquerade is certain to attract an excellent response."

Artist:	MAN
Title:	Man
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2012CD

"Man's first classic album for Liberty/UA -- now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes with a previously unreleased bonus track. Man's importance in the history of Welsh rock music cannot be understated. Fusing the worlds of psychedelia, blues, rock and roll and West Coast inspired rock, they were simply one of Britain's most original groups of the 1970s. Recording a series of classic albums for Liberty/United Artists, Man, along with label mates Hawkwind, were true champions of the 'underground' spirit. Esoteric Recordings are proud to undertake the reissuing of Man's entire legacy for United Artists beginning with their debut for the label released in March 1971. The reissue features a previously-unreleased 17-minute bonus track and liner notes exclusively penned by Man guitarist and raconteur Deke Leonard. The time is right to re-experience the musical ages of Man!"

Artist:	MAN
Title:	Do You Like It Here Now, Are You Settling In?
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2013CD

"Man's second classic album for Liberty/UA -- now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes with previously unreleased bonus tracks. Man's importance in the history of Welsh rock music cannot be understated. Fusing the worlds of psychedelia, blues, rock and roll and West Coast inspired rock, they were simply one of Britain's most original groups of the 1970s. Recording a series of classic albums for Liberty/United Artists, Man, along with label mates Hawkwind, were true champions of the 'underground' spirit. Esoteric Recordings are proud to undertake the reissuing of Man's entire legacy for United Artists continuing with their 2nd album for the label released in November 1971. The reissue is expanded by 35 minutes featuring 3 previously unreleased live bonus tracks from 1971 and liner notes exclusively penned by Man guitarist and raconteur Deke Leonard. The time is right to re-experience the musical ages of Man!"

Artist:	LOVE SCULPTURE
Title:	Blues Helping
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2015CD

"Dave Edmunds' importance in the history of Welsh rock music cannot be understated. In the '70s, he became an icon recording for Led Zeppelin's Swan Song label and working with George Harrison. Edmunds' recording career began with the trio Love Sculpture, revealing Edmunds to be a guitar hero of extreme prowess. After a first single released under the name The Human Beans, the band became Love Sculpture and recorded Blues Helping, released in 1968, a classic album of blues rock for EMI's Parlophone label. Featuring such stunning tracks as 'Summertime' and the title track, the album launched the band on both sides of the Atlantic. Esoteric Recordings are pleased to announce the reissuing of both Love Sculpture albums, including all the singles recorded for EMI Records in the late '60s." New remastered release for this classic album, including 4 bonus tracks and booklet with new essay and previously-unseen photographs.

Artist:	LOVE SCULPTURE
Title:	Forms and Feelings
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2016CD

"Love Sculpture's classic psychedelic album -- now remastered from the original tapes & expanded to include original singles & 'Mars,' removed from the UK edition of the original album in 1969. In 1969, the band veered to a more underground direction to record their classic top ten hit 'Sabre Dance,' championed by DJ John Peel. The ensuing album (engineered by future Yes producer Eddie Offord) was equally stunning. Esoteric Recordings are pleased to announce the expanded reissue of Forms and Feelings." New remastered release for this classic album with 6 bonus tracks plus booklet with a new essay and previously-unseen photographs.

Artist:	MAN & FRIENDS
Title:	Christmas At The Patti
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2018CD

"Man's importance in the history of Welsh rock music cannot be understated. Fusing the worlds of psychedelia, blues, rock and roll and West Coast-inspired rock, they were simply one of Britain's most original groups of the 1970s. Recorded on December 19, 1972 at a Christmas concert in Swansea, the album features amazing performances by Man and their friends Dave Edmunds, Help Yourself with Deke Leonard et al., and is a wonderful document. Released as a limited edition double album in July 1973, the album is now remastered and is available once more in definitive form. The reissue book features previously unseen photos and liner notes exclusively penned by Man guitarist and raconteur Deke Leonard. The time is right to re-experience the musical ages of Man!"

Artist:	MAN
Title:	Be Good To Yourself At Least Once A Day
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2019CD

"Man's importance in the history of Welsh rock music cannot be understated. Fusing the worlds of psychedelia, blues, rock and roll and West Coast-inspired rock, they were simply one of Britain's most original groups of the 1970s. Along with label mates Hawkwind, Man were true champions of the 'underground' spirit. Esoteric Recordings are proud to undertake the reissuing of Man's entire legacy for United Artists continuing with their 4th album, hailed by many as their defining moment, released in November 1972. The reissue features fully restored artwork and is expanded by 25 minutes featuring two previously unreleased 'live in the studio' tracks recorded in June 1972 and liner notes exclusively penned by Man guitarist and raconteur, Deke Leonard. The time is right to re-experience the musical ages of Man!"

Artist:	MAN
Title:	Rhinos, Winos & Lunatics
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$21.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2020CD

2CD Expanded Edition. "Esoteric Recordings are proud to undertake the reissuing of Man's entire legacy for United Artists continuing with their 1974 Top 30 album hailed by many as their defining moment, released in May 1974. The reissue is expanded with an extra previously unreleased CD recorded in Los Angeles in 1974 featuring 'American Mother' never recorded by Man. The booklet includes liner notes exclusively penned by Man guitarist and raconteur Deke Leonard. The time is right to re-experience the musical ages of Man!"

Artist:	SAMURAI
Title:	Samurai
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2025CD

"Classic progressive rock album -- now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. Samuraiis truly a lost classic of the progressive era. Released on the short-lived Greenwich Gramophone label in 1972, the album was influenced by the experiments of groups such as King Crimson, Gentle Giant et al, but was more than a mere clone of these bands. Evolving from the equally excellent band Web (whose album I Spider is a classic of the genre), the musicianship on the album was excellent and keyboard player Dave Lawson's compositions were groundbreaking and memorable. Sadly, the group disbanded shortly after the release of the record, resulting in limited sales. However, the influence of the album was not lost as both Dave Lawson and Tony Reeves soon joined Dave Greenslade to form the group Greenslade, effectively taking up the musical mantle laid down by Samurai. This Esoteric reissue features a booklet with previously unseen photographs and an interview with Dave Lawson."

Artist:	MOORCOCK & THE DEEP FIX, MICHAEL
Title:	The New World's Fair
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2026CD

"Classic sci-fi rock album, now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes with unreleased bonus tracks. Leading science fantasy author Michael Moorcock enjoyed a long collaboration with space rock kings Hawkwind, eventually forming his own outfit Deep Fix to record this conceptual album in 1975. Featuring members of Hawkwind and guitarist Snowy White, The New Worlds Fair was a stunning work inspired by Moorcock's writings and was wonderfully conceived and delivered. The Esoteric reissue is remastered from the original tapes and includes 7 bonus tracks, 3 of which are previously unreleased. The booklet features an essay by Hawkwind founder & friend of Michael Moorcock, Nik Turner. It's an essential release for fans of Hawkwind, Moorcock and science fantasy."

Artist:	WEB
Title:	I Spider
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2027CD

"Classic progressive rock album, now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. I Spider is truly a lost classic of the progressive era. Originally released by Polydor Records in 1970, the album was influenced by the experiments of groups such as King Crimson, Gentle Giant et al, but was more than a mere clone of these bands. The group evolved from an excellent blues influenced band who released three albums for Deram, who then recruited keyboard player and writer Dave Lawson and recorded their final album. The musicianship on the album was excellent and Lawson's compositions were groundbreaking and memorable. The group soon evolved into Samurai (whose eponymous album is also released by Esoteric). This Esoteric reissue is remastered from the original master tapes and features two bonus tracks recorded live in Sweden in 1971, a booklet with previously unseen photographs and an interview with Dave Lawson."

Artist:	FARR, GARY
Title:	Strange Fruit
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2029CD

"Gary Farr's long-lost classic folk rock album, now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes with bonus track. Strange Fruit is a great undiscovered work of the acoustic rock/classic rock genres, cited by some as a minor masterpiece. In the late '60s, Gary Farr made the transition from leader of R&B outfit The T-Bones to a noted singer-songwriter. Recording an album for Marmalade Records, Farr then signed to CBS Records in 1970, recording this sole album for the label. Sessions featured contributions from Richard Thompson on lead guitar and leading lights of the underground Mighty Baby. Unavailable on CD for many years, Strange Fruit is a record made by an often-overlooked singer-songwriter made available once more by Esoteric Recordings and is certain to appeal to all who adore acoustic music both melancholic and uplifting. The reissue also features the first-ever CD appearance of the single edit of 'Revolution of the Season.'"

Artist:	HEAVEN
Title:	Brass Rock 1
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2030CD

"Classic progressive jazz rock album reissued on CD officially for the first time. 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. Heaven, a jazz rock group from Portsmouth, burst forth onto the British rock scene in 1970 when they appeared at the legendary Isle of Wight festival sharing a bill with The Who, The Doors, Jimi Hendrix et al. Making a stunning debut, the band (now managed by festival organizer Rikki Farr), soon secured a recording deal with CBS Records who signed the band for a large advance. The resulting double album Brass Rock 1 appeared in 1971, adorned in a lavish fold-out sleeve. Well received critically, the album failed to achieve the expected success and Heaven soon disbanded, leaving behind a fine example of classic jazz rock. Officially released on CD for the first time, this Esoteric Recordings reissue is digitally remastered from the original master tapes and restores the album artwork in full."

Artist:	EAST OF EDEN
Title:	Mercator Projected
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2033CD

"A milestone in the birth of 'progressive' rock, East of Eden's debut album, Mercator Projected has been cited by MOJO magazine as a minor masterpiece. Released on the legendary Deram label in 1969, the album established East of Eden as a major act, particularly in France, where the band had several top ten singles and major album success. An imaginative fusion of jazz, psychedelia and world music, Mercator Projected has been remastered from the original master tapes and features twenty minutes of bonus material, including previously unreleased extended demo versions of 'Waterways' and 'In The Stable of the Sphinx' and East of Eden's take on The Byrds' classic 'Eight Miles High.' All original artwork has been restored and the booklet features many unseen photographs and memorabilia."

Artist:	EAST OF EDEN
Title:	Snafu
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2034CD

"East of Eden's second album Snafu was originally released in 1970 by Deram Records and saw the band take their particular fusion of jazz, psychedelia, world music and even blue beat, one step further. As ever, the instrumental prowess of Dave Arbus on violin dominated the music, leading eventually to Arbus playing the infamous violin solo on 'Baba O'Reilly' by The Who. Snafu was the result of many months in the studio, where a second album had been virtually completed before being shelved in favor of starting work on a fresh project. This Esoteric Recordings reissue has been remastered from the original master tapes and features many unreleased bonus tracks, including five previously unreleased tracks from the aborted album sessions and alternate demo and single versions of their 1971 hit, 'Jig-A-Jig.' An extensive essay features interviews and previously unseen photographs."

Artist:	EGG
Title:	Egg
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2035CD

Originally released on Decca in 1969. "Egg featured the talents of Dave Stewart on keyboards, Mont Campbell on bass and Clive Brooks on drums and were associated with the so-called 'Canterbury' style of rock music pioneered by artists such as Caravan and Soft Machine. The trio produced music of startling originality and energy, drawing on influences ranging from rock to jazz to psychedelia to classical. This fusion resulted in one of the most enduring releases to appear on Decca's short lived Nova imprint and is now critically regarded as one of the more unique albums of the early 1970s." Includes two bonus tracks.

Artist:	FAY, BILL
Title:	Bill Fay
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2037CD

New reissues of the 2 main Bill Fay albums, previously reissued on Eclectic -- which has now resurfaced under the new label name Esoteric. This first one was originally released in 1970 on Deram Nova; this is presumably the same 2005 24-bit remaster from original tapes as Eclectic used, with 2 bonus tracks from his staggeringly great1967(!) single, new liner notes by Mark Powell , etc. Very well done. "Bill Fay is an enigmatic UK based singer, songwriter and pianist whose work is impossible to categorise. His late '60s and early '70s work has a strong cult following, is highly regarded by many music journalists and is dark and haunting with songs rarely going over three minutes. Bill was originally signed to Decca and between 1967 and 1971 the label released a beautifully odd single ('Some Good Advice'/'Screams In The Ears') and two excellent albums (the lushly orchestrated Bill Fay and the rawer, more rock-oriented Time Of The Last Persecution). Bill's fantastic songs have touched and inspired many -- his fans include country rockers Wilco, songwriter/producer Jim O'Rourke, Ben Chasny of Six Organs Of Admittance and David Michael of Current 93."

Artist:	FAY, BILL
Title:	Time Of The Last Persecution
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2038CD

Reissue of the 2nd Bill Fay album, originally released in 1971 on Deram. 2005 24-bit remaster from the original tapes, with new liner notes from Mark Powell. Time Of The Last Persecution is an album noted for its stripped-down and stripped-away raw nerve. Differing slightly from his first self-titled release, this record is considered to be more raucous, more guitar-oriented, alongside some simple piano. Great guitar playing from Ray Russell, who is also co-credited with producing and arranging the album. "Time Of The Last Persecution' is a bonafide classic album, the kind you will keep going back to until the day you die. The fact that, beyond the occasional mention in Mojo (and that for his first album), Fay remains practically unknown is almost incomprehensible. This album makes a mockery of lesser figures who have persisted in the music crits' lexicon, and while the likes of Dylan are certainly a touchstone for him, Fay really is in a class of his own here." --headheritage.uk

Artist:	JULIAN'S TREATMENT
Title:	A Time Before This
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2039CD

"A Time Before This is a lost classic of the progressive era. Released on the short lived Youngblood label in 1970, the double album was the first vinyl outing for Science Fiction author Julian Jay Savarin, who assembled a group of musicians to record this conceptual work. Officially unavailable for many years, this Esoteric reissue has been re-mastered from the original tapes and features fully-restored artwork and a booklet with a new essay."

Artist:	SAVARIN, JULIAN JAY
Title:	Waiters On The Dance
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2040CD

"Waiters on the Dance is a lost classic of the progressive era. Released on the short lived Youngblood label imprint Birth in 1973, the album was the second by Science Fiction author Julian Jay Savarin and was the follow up to the double album A Time Before This, released by Savarin's group Julian's Treatment (also released by Esoteric Recordings). Based on the first book of his Lemmus trilogy, the album was conceived as the first of three telling the musical story of his literary creation."

Artist:	ROOM
Title:	Pre-Flight
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2043CD

"Highly regarded cult album. 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. New fully restored artwork and previously unseen photographs. Recorded at the Decca studios in the summer of 1970, Room's Pre-Flight was an ambitious blend of rock, blues, jazz and classical influences. The album was critically well received but unfortunately like many strong releases of this genre at the time on the classic Deram label, did not achieve the hoped for breakthrough to greater commercial success. Room's only recorded work, the album has been remastered from the original analog tapes and is now presented in this definitive edition from Esoteric Recordings." Also includes an extensive booklet with essay by Room's Steve Edge.

Artist:	MELLOW CANDLE
Title:	Swaddling Songs
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2044CD

"Classic, highly regarded and sought after acid folk / progressive rock album. Now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. New fully restored artwork. Extensive booklet with new essay. Featuring girl singers Clodagh Simonds and Alison Williams, Mellow Candle never achieved commercial success they deserved spawning a legendary psychedelic folk-rock album akin to Fairport Convention or Fotheringay. Touring to support Thin Lizzy (Simonds played on Lizzy's album Shades of a Blue Orphanage) and Horslips, the band had a short lived existence. Clodagh Simonds later went on to play again with Mike Oldfield and Jade Warrior and this release serves as evidence of the talents of both Simonds and the band who deserved far more commercial success than they attained. Now rightly regarded as a classic of the genre, Esoteric Recordings are proud to add Swaddling Songs to their catalog."

Artist:	GERRARD, DENNY
Title:	Sinister Morning
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2045CD

"Highly regarded cult album featuring High Tide. 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. Denver Gerrard had his brief moment in the spotlight of stardom in British rock as one half of the Warm Sounds, the duo that he formed with Barry Husband in 1967. They hit number 27 on the UK charts with 'Birds and Bees,' a trippy psychedelic pop number released by Decca Records' Deram Records imprint. On his classic solo album from 1970 he is backed by the four members of the cult underground rock band High Tide. A welcome reissue for a classic album that contains some of the most innovative music of the era."

Artist:	KHAN
Title:	Space Shanty
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2046CD

"New release for this highly regarded cult album featuring Steve Hillage. 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. Best known as the album that first brought the guitar playing talents of guitarist Steve Hillage to public prominence, Khan's sole album is a splendid example of a fusion of Canterbury flavored rock combined with jazz and space-rock influences. Originally released in 1972 by Deram records, it can now clearly be seen as the blue print for Hillage's later solo success. Hillage has acknowledged that Space Shanty was the dry run for his classic Fish Rising album. This reissue is re-mastered from the original master tapes and has extensive liner notes and includes two bonus tracks from a rediscovered acetate disc."

Artist:	HARTLEY BAND, KEEF
Title:	The Time Is Near
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2047CD

Originally released on Derem in 1970. "New release for this highly regarded classic jazz rock album. 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. Considered by many to be one of the finest exponents of powerful jazz rock, Keef's earliest engagement was as replacement for Ringo Starr in Rory Storm and the Hurricanes. He was also Mick Fleetwood's replacement in John Mayall's Bluesbreakers and featured on many recordings by the band. In 1968 he formed his own group recruiting the highly regarded Miller Anderson on guitar and vocals. Although they performed at Woodstock the band was not filmed. Latterly Hartley became involved with group Vinegar Joe and with singer / songwriter Michael Chapman. The Time is Near ranks among the band's finest achievements and, along with a reissue of Overdog, sees the beginning of a reissue campaign by Esoteric Recordings of the classic Keef Hartley Band albums."

Artist:	GILES, GILES AND FRIPP
Title:	The Cheerful Insanity of Giles, Giles & Fripp
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2049CD

"The classic album, a precursor to King Crimson, now 24-bit remastered from the original master tapes. New fully restored artwork. This great album is where it all began for the King Crimson stalwarts. An excellent late '60s album which touches on psychedelic pop, (often compared to early Syd Barrett -ra Pink Floyd) with jazz influences and a whimsical brand of surreal humor. Fripp's guitar is on top form on 'Suite No. 1' and shows the shape of things to come when in 1969 when he and Mike Giles teamed up with Greg Lake and Ian McDonald to form King Crimson. This re-mastered reissue comes with six bonus tracks and enhanced artwork and should appeal to all lovers of eccentric late '60s psychedelia and fans of King Crimson."

Artist:	SUPERSISTER
Title:	Present from Nancy
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2056CD

"First ever UK CD release for this classic album from the masters of Dutch prog rock -- remastered from the original tapes, with four bonus tracks from A & B-side singles. Featured in the soundtrack of the film Control about Joy Division, Supersister were one of the most original groups to emerge in Holland in the late 1960s. Inspired by the work of Soft Machine and Caravan, the group recorded a quartet of master works. In 1971 they signed to John Peel's Dandelion label and remained a favorite of his. Eccentric, accomplished and unique, Supersister's albums are a joy to any fan of original music. Esoteric Recordings are pleased to reissue their classic debut album with additional bonus tracks comprising all sides of their first two singles and fully restored artwork. Open your ears to Supersister." Originally released in the Netherlands on Polydor in 1970.

Artist:	SUPERSISTER
Title:	To The Highest Bidder
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2057CD

"First ever UK CD release for this classic album from the masters of Dutch prog rock -- remastered from the original tapes, with four bonus tracks. Recently featured in the soundtrack of the film Control about Joy Division, Supersister were one of the most original groups to emerge in Holland in the late 1960s. Inspired by the work of Soft Machine and Caravan, the group recorded a quartet of master works. In 1971 they signed to John Peel's Dandelion label and remained a favorite of his. Eccentric, accomplished and unique, Supersister's albums are a joy to any fan of original music. Esoteric Recordings are pleased to reissue their classic second album with additional bonus tracks comprising single cuts from 1971 and fully restored artwork. Open your ears to Supersister." Originally released in the Netherlands on Polydor in 1971. Including a lavish booklet with full restored artwork, new essay and many photographs.

Artist:	SUPERSISTER
Title:	Iskander
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2058CD

"First-ever UK CD release for this classic album from the masters of Dutch prog rock -- remastered from the original tapes. Three bonus tracks previously unreleased on CD. This, their final studio offering was recorded in England and is akin to later Soft Machine in approach, although still original in construction. Eccentric, accomplished and unique, Supersister's albums are a joy to any fan of original music. Esoteric Recordings are pleased to reissue their classic second album with additional bonus tracks comprising single cuts from 1971 and fully restored artwork. Open your ears to Supersister." Originally released in the Netherlands on Polydor in 1973. Includes a lavish booklet with fully restored artwork, new essay and many photographs.

Artist:	SUPERSISTER
Title:	Pudding en Gisteren
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2059CD

"First ever UK CD release for this classic album from the masters of Dutch prog rock -- remastered from the original tapes, with two bonus tracks. Esoteric Recordings are pleased to reissue their classic second album with additional bonus tracks comprising single cuts from 1972 and one live version, as well as fully restored artwork. Open your ears to Supersister." Originally released in the Netherlands on Polydor in 1972. Includes a lavish booklet with full restored artwork, new essay and many photographs.

Artist:	MAN
Title:	Back Into The Future
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	3CD
Price:	$29.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2060CD

"Expanded 3CD release for this classic album from the masters of Welsh rock. Remastered from the original tapes with two previously unreleased, newly mixed bonus discs recorded live at the Roundhouse. Originally released in 1973, Back Into The Future was the first UK chart album for Welsh rock legends Man. A fabulous double album, the set originally comprised a studio album and a live LP recorded at the Roundhouse in June 1973. For this set Man were joined on stage by a male voice choir, possibly the only time spaced out free flowing rock had fused with the unique sound of Welsh voices. The result was a wonderful album which charted in the UK and Germany and broke Man to a wider audience in Britain. As part of Esoteric's reissue program of the Man catalogue we are proud to present the remastered album and two bonus discs of Man's entire Roundhouse set. As a final treat, two previously unreleased studio tracks complete this essential release."

Artist:	MAN
Title:	Maximum Darkness
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2061CD

"Expanded release for this classic live album from the masters of Welsh rock. Remastered from the original tapes with two previously unreleased bonus tracks recorded live in the USA in 1975. Originally released in 1975, Maximum Darkness was the final album by Welsh rock legends Man for United Artists records. Recorded live in 1975 at the Roundhouse as part of a UK tour, Man were at the top of their game on stage. For this concert they were joined by John Cippolina from San Francisco's legendary Quicksilver Messenger Service. A triumphant concert, the album has become legendary return to the USA early the following year. As part of Esoteric's reissue program of the Man catalogue we are proud to present the remastered album and with two previously unreleased live tracks recorded in California in May, 1975. With superbly remastered sound a lavish booklet with notes by Man's Deke Leonard, this is yet another essential release for fans of Man."

Artist:	MAN
Title:	Slow Motion
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2062CD

"Originally released in 1974, Slow Motion was another classic album in the catalog of Welsh rock legends, Man. Touring extensively to support the record, Man delivered a stunning series of concerts and made a triumphant return to the USA early the following year. As part of Esoteric's reissue program of the Man catalog, we are proud to present the remastered album and with a selection of studio out-takes, including four previously unreleased live tracks recorded in California in May 1975. With superbly remastered sound and a lavish booklet with notes by Man's Deke Leonard, this is yet another essential release for fans of Man."

Artist:	SCHELHAAS, JAN
Title:	Dark Ships
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2063CD

"Esoteric Recordings are pleased to release the brand new studio album by Jan Schelhaas, whose playing and writing has graced both Caravan and Camel over the years. Noted for his compositions 'Captured' and 'Hymn to Her' for Camel, Schelhaas at last records an album of his own music. Featuring guest appearances from Doug Boyle and Jimmy Hastings, Dark Ships follows in the tradition of the Canterbury sound, albeit with more ambient influences. Jan has delivered a well crafted album which is certain to appeal to fans of Caravan, Camel and followers of the so-called Canterbury sound."

Artist:	WALRUS
Title:	Walrus
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2071CD

"Walrus were a jazz-influenced progressive rock outfit who formed in 1969. They recorded one of the most collectable and sought-after albums to be released by Decca Records' progressive imprint, Deram. A superb mixture of styles, the album was notable for a cover version of Traffic's 'Coloured Rain,' alongside original numbers. This Esoteric Recordings reissue has been remastered from the Deram master tapes and also adds bonus tracks drawn from Walrus' single releases for Deram The album's debut on CD is sure to attract the attention of the legion of collectors of both progressive rock and the Deram label."

Artist:	WEST, BRUCE & LAING
Title:	Live 'n' Kickin'
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2072CD

"Esoteric Recordings are proud to release this classic rock album from 1974, the only live album by the amazing power trio, West Bruce & Laing. Forming in 1972 the band brought together Cream bassist, vocalist and writer Jack Bruce with Leslie West and Corky Laing from the American band Mountain. Together WBL recorded three albums, all of which demonstrated the group's power and dexterity. Following the release of their debut, Why Doncha? for CBS records in Europe, the band moved to RSO Records. This powerful live album captures WBL at their peak and includes stunning versions of 'Play With Fire,' Cream's 'Politician' and 'Powerhouse Sod.' Alas, the band only lasted some eighteen months before breaking apart. This Esoteric release, remastered from the original tapes, follows on the heels of the label's critically acclaimed 6 CD set Jack Bruce retrospective Can You Follow? and is indeed a welcome one."

Artist:	BRUCE & FRIENDS, JACK
Title:	I've Always Wanted To Do This
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2073CD

"Esoteric Recordings are proud to release this classic Jack Bruce album from 1980, the result of a unique collaboration between Bruce and musicians Billy Cobham, Clem Clempson and David Sancious. A wonderful album of diversity, it saw Jack truly on form with such wonderful songs as 'Hit & Run,' 'Livin' Without Ja,' 'Dancing on Air' and 'Bird Alone,' all written with long time collaborator Pete Brown. An overlooked gem from Jack Bruce's catalogue, the album receives an official UK CD release for the first time. This Esoteric release, remastered from the original tapes, follows on the heels of the label's critically acclaimed 6 CD set Jack Bruce retrospective Can You Follow? and is indeed a welcome one."

Artist:	NATIONAL HEAD BAND
Title:	Albert 1
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2074CD

"Esoteric Recordings are happy to announce the release of this 'lost classic' of progressive rock, the sole offering by the National Head Band. Formed in 1969 from the ashes of Liverpudlian band The Business, Albert 1, released in 1971, featured future Thin Lizzy, Caravan & Camel keyboard player Jan Schelhaas, future Uriah Heep drummer Lee Kerslake, guitarist Neil Ford and bass guitarist David Paull (soon to join Jonesy). Produced by Yes and ELP engineer Eddie Offord, the album features wonderful material such as 'Got No Time' and 'Mister Jesus.' Albert 1 is one of the few progressive albums of note not receive an officially sanctioned release until now. With liner notes by Jan Schelhaas, National Head Band's only album receives the treatment it deserves with this definitive release from Esoteric Recordings."

Artist:	WEST, BRUCE & LAING
Title:	Whatever Turns You On
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2075CD

"Esoteric Recordings are proud to release this classic rock album from 1973, the second by the amazing power trio, West Bruce & Laing. Forming in 1972 the band brought together Cream bassist, vocalist and writer Jack Bruce with Leslie West and Corky Laing from the American band Mountain. Together WBL recorded three albums, all of which demonstrated the group's power and dexterity. Following the release of their debut, Why Doncha? for CBS records in Europe, the band moved to RSO Records to record this, their last studio album which featured such classics as 'Scotch Krotch.' Alas, the band only lasted some eighteen months before breaking apart. This Esoteric release, remastered from the original tapes, follows on the heels of the label's critically acclaimed 6 CD set Jack Bruce retrospective Can You Follow? and is indeed a welcome one for all fans of classic rock."

Artist:	QUINTESSENCE
Title:	Self
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2076CD

"Quintessence came from the Ladbroke Grove scene of the late 1960s. A group of musicians who became darlings of the hippy scene and the underground press along with contemporaries Hawkwind. Quintessence played a freaky form of rock music that embraced Indian music, psychedelia and jazz. They came to public attention in 1969 when they signed to Island Records, for whom they recorded three classic albums. In 1971 they signed to RCA records, recording this classic album as their debut for the label. Comprising studio tracks and a live recording from Exeter University, Self was a classic of the 'underground.' This Esoteric Recordings reissue has been remastered from the original master tapes and also adds two bonus tracks drawn from the band's only single for RCA Neon label. The album's debut on CD is sure to attract the attention of the legions of collectors of progressive rock."

Artist:	WEB, THE
Title:	Fully Interlocking
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2080CD

"Perhaps better known for their later albums Theraphosa Blondi and the classic I Spider (both available on Esoteric Recordings), Fully Interlocking was the debut album by the band, prior to their transformation into a fully fledged progressive outfit. First released in 1968, the record has been described as having 'a tint of '60s psychedelia with jazz-influences and a few early progressive tendencies.' Fronted by American vocalist John L. Watson, the album receives its first CD release on Esoteric."

Artist:	YAMASH'TA, STOMU/STEVE WINWOOD/MICHAEL SHRIEVE
Title:	Go
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2081CD

"First-ever UK CD release for this classic album from the master percussionist & ambient musician -- remastered from the original tapes. Extensive booklet with liner notes & fully restored artwork. Originally released in April 1976, Go is perhaps Yamash'ta's finest achievement and also featured collaborators Steve Winwood and Michael Shrieve along with artists such as Klaus Schulze and ex-Traffic and future Can bassist Rosko Gee. The Esoteric reissue has been remastered from the original master tapes and fully restores the booklet included in the original vinyl release."

Artist:	YAMASH'TA, STOMU
Title:	Floating Music
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2084CD

"First ever UK CD release for this classic album from the master percussionist & ambient musician -- remastered from the original tapes. Extensive booklet with liner notes & fully restored artwork. Stomu Yamash'ta is a master percussionist who studied jazz drumming at Berklee School of Jazz. In the 1970s, he recorded a string of innovative albums for Island Records which utilized the talents of such leading musicians as Hugh Hopper, Maurice Pert, Steve Winwood, Michael Shrieve and Klaus Schulze, fusing his percussion talents with jazz, electronic and classical to create an ambient form of music all of his own. His music has been used by the Royal Ballet. His first Island album, Floating Music was recorded with the band Come to the Edge and gains its first European CD release with this reissue. 'Poker Dice' and 'One Way' were for used by Nicholas Roeg in the soundtrack of the David Bowie film The Man Who Fell to Earth."

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Artist:	MAN
Title:	Live at the Padget Rooms, Penarth
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$21.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2014CD

Artist:	EGG
Title:	The Polite Force
Label:	ESOTERIC RECORDINGS (UK)
Format:	CD
Price:	$19.00
Catalog #:	ECLEC 2036CD