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Artist:
SPIRIT OF JOHN MORGAN
Title:
Spirit of John Morgan
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 006LP
2001 release. "The first LP by this band was originally released in UK in 1969 (with only 500 copies pressed!). An album full of strong late '60s organized R&B sounds, covering stuff from people such as Graham Bond and John Patton. As a bonus, find enclosed the A-side of the group's second single, 'The Floating Opera Show,' never included on an LP before. Front laminated cover."
Artist:
RAW MATERIAL
Title:
Raw Material
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 007LP
2001 release. "Reissue of this UK band's 1970 ultra rare debut LP. Good English prog rock with great flute, vibraphone and sax passages. This edition features the original UK cover art, and we have included three bonus tracks from their two singles, not on the original album."
Artist:
VAINICA DOBLE
Title:
Vainica Doble
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 008LP
2001 release. "Probably the rarest and most sought-after LP in the Spanish collector's market, the first album by Gloria Van Aerssen & Carmen Santonja is at last reissued as it deserves. On the twelve songs they wrote for their debut album, originally released on Ópalo in 1971, Vainica Doble blended folk, soft rock, pop and a dose of psychedelia. The fantastic, colorful cover was designed by Ivan Zulueta, artist and film director (he was the mastermind behind the cult movies
1, 2, 3... Al escondite inglés!
and
Arrebato
), and is reproduced here in all its glory, along with extensive liner notes by Ŕngel Maeztu. Including 2 non-LP single tracks. All their Ópalo recordings collected in a fantastic edition. Made, as always, with love and devotion by the Wah Wah team."
Artist:
CEREBRUM
Title:
Cerebrum
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
10"
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 010LP
2002 release. "Wah Wah celebrates the tenth release of the LPS series with this 10" vinyl that collects the four tracks originally released on the two 1970 Dimensión singles by Madrid's hard rock legends, Cerebrum. A deluxe package in an astonishing cover art sleeve and with accurate liner notes by Ŕngel Maeztu."
Artist:
MUSICA DISPERSA
Title:
Musica Dispersa
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 011LP
"Wah Wah Records proudly presents the new vinyl reissue of yet another smashing Spanish rarity. Musica Dispersa featured the talent of three of the most significant musicians from the Catalonian underground movement of the late '60s: Jaume Sisa, J.M. Brabo 'El Cachas' and Albert Batiste, who after their Miniatura project with Pau Riba were joined by young hippie girl, Selene. The album's title describes the sounds contained in the most precise way possible, but for those who need some extra lines to get into the groove, we must state that we face a masterpiece of melodic tunes that pay a certain tribute to the English folk movement of the era, as they do to early Amon Duül's freak out sound concept. Echoes of The Incredible String Band are present mainly in the guitar parts, drums are absent in all but one track (in which they are held by Josep MŞ Vilaseca 'Tapi,' of Máquina & Tapiman fame) and percussion, harmonica, organ, mouth harp, piano and wordless vocals are heard all through the album, as is Selene's flute work. All in all, this is a strange, relaxing little piece of underground from Barcelona's early '70s hippie youth that has become a classic of our country's history of pop music, and that is yet again available in a 1000 copies only strictly limited edition that respects the original gatefold artwork, including the slight relief of the cover illustration. As an addition, our release comes with extensive liner notes and photographs. This is one of our best releases and we are proud of it!"
Artist:
CROW
Title:
Colors By Crow
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 013LP
2003 release. "Crow were born in the same Minnesota garage scene that gave us The Trashmen, The Gestures or The Castaways to evolve into a rock combo that released three great LPs between 1969 and 1971 and a 'Best Of' album in 1973. But it is with Wah Wah Records'
Colors By Crow
that Crow will finally take the place they deserve in the history of rock music. This compilation features the best from all their output, including the single-only track 'Something In Your Blood' and not forgetting their hit composition 'Evil Woman,' a big classic on its own that has the honor of having been covered by Black Sabbath themselves. The Wah Wah edition is pure synergy: it gathers the best songs from Crow's recordings and the result is even better than the three LPs together! Besides, it comes in an attractive, colorful paste-up sleeve and is limited to 500 copies."
Artist:
MAQUINA!
Title:
Why?
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 014LP
2003 reissue. "Originally born as the backing band for Spanish folk-singer Sisa after his electrification around 1969, this bunch of Catalan youngsters led by the Batiste-Herrera tandem soon became the most prominent and visible heads of the grassroots movement which shake the foundations of the city's musical world at the beginning of the '70s and which can be considered as the parting shot for progressive rock in Spain.
Why?
, their debut album (also known as the 'Croissant' LP) is widely regarded in and out of Spain as one the best records ever to come out of Spain. A wah-wah (of course!), fuzz & Hammond feast by this talented pioneering crew. An astonishing freak-out croissant baked with love by JMŞ Paris (fuzz guitar), Lluis Cabanach (wah-wah guitar, bass), JMŞ Vilaseca 'Tapi' (drums), Jordi Batiste (vocals, bass, flute) & Enric Herrera (organ, piano). Limited reissue (1000 numbered copies) of the album that was originally released on Diabolo in 1970."
Artist:
MAQUINA!
Title:
Funciona!
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
2LP
Price:
$46.00
Catalog #:
LPS 015LP
2004 release. "What a surprise! One of our best & most recent finds is a lot of stereo reel-to-reel tapes recorded by Maquina!. Featuring some unreleased songs & versions: 'Thought Of You,' 'Blues En Fa' (studio version) are some of the rediscovered tracks that are included on this album alongside their classic singles ('Let's Get Smashed,' 'Earth's Daughter,' 'Sun Bring The Summer,' 'I Believe' and so on) and rarities such as 'Fragment Del Primer Temps De La Simfonia Nş1 D'Enric Herrera.' A unique collection which covers the band's different eras and line-ups. Also includes a 14-page insert with photos & other graphic material provided by the band members. Double album in a limited issue of 500 numbered copies."
Artist:
GUALBERTO
Title:
Gualberto
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 016LP
2004 release. "The first album by this mythical Andalusian multi-instrumentalist, member of the legendary Smash, recorded in 1971 in Barcelona (another nice example of the fertile connection between the scenes in Seville and Barcelona at the beginning of the '70s), it remained unreleased until 1978 (when it appeared as one part of the double LP
El Nacimiento Del Rock En Andalucía
). Rescued by Wah Wah thirty years after, the album shows Gualberto in a phase of creative definition, half-way Smash's powerful sound and unique mix of psych & folk with some oriental touch (Gualberto's ubiquitous sitar and Jessica's characteristic vocals) which will became his trademark in forthcoming LPs. ('A La Vida - Al Dolor,' 'Vericuetos'). Without a doubt, one of the unknown treasures of Seville's early psych/prog scene. Limited issue of 500 numbered copies w/ gatefold cover."
Artist:
ATILA
Title:
Beginning of the End
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP + 7"
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
LPS 022LP
"Often hailed as one the hard psych masterpieces to come out from Spain in the early '70s,
The Beginning Of The End
was the vinyl debut of Atila, a trio formed in 1973 by Eduardo Niebla (guitar), Joan Punyet (drums) and Francisco Ortega (keyboards). Originally released in 1975 by the obscure New Promotions label in a alleged tiny pressing of 100 copies the album has reached 'monster' status between die-hard collectors worldwide, sometimes reaching the 1500 euro tag. An incredible progressive tour de force, the album combined the typical classical leanings, fierce guitar leads and dark keys all over in the best European tradition of the era (think Italian prog). Another rarity which finally reaches a wider audience thanks to Wah Wah in a well presented reissue that is completed by two bonus tracks plus a 7" including two more extra tracks all taken from contemporary sessions (actually the same month as the album recordings) which show the band delving into Pink Floyd-territory circa
More
/
Ummagumma
(think 'Careful With That Axe, Eugene' and you'll be pretty close)."
Artist:
AFTER LIFE
Title:
Cauchemar
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
LPS 023LP
"One of the major discoveries of the last years in the world of collectable underground rock records is
Cauchemar
, the only LP by demonic French fuzzers After Life. Released only in Spain by Discophon in 1975, it remained virtually unknown until some copies started to surface in the late '90s on the lists of some of the world's most reputable record dealers. To make things more exciting, this French four piece was produced by no other than maverick Jean-Pierre Massiera (of Visitors, Horrific Child, Les Maledictus Sound fame) and includes nine tracks of heavy psych guitar action, screaming vocals and mysterious organ interludes in the best '70s hard progressive tradition. Ultra rare Spanish-only LP, first time ever reissued. Not available on CD, this is the only way to get this mega rare album at a reasonable price. Includes two bonus tracks from a rare 45, not included in the original release. Top audiophile sound on quality vinyl. Limited edition, 500 copies pressed."
Artist:
MAQUINA!
Title:
En Directo
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
2LP
Price:
$34.00
Catalog #:
LPS 024LP
"The second album release by the Catalan band, Mŕquina!, which was to be their musical goodbye as a band, is undoubtedly the highest peak reached by a Spanish band at its time. They were offering a live recording with a superb sound, and it was presented as a double album. Original singer Jordi Batiste joined the group for the occasion to leave a recorded testimonial of how the boys sounded in their latter days. Crude unadulterated jazz rock performances under the influence of black music, jazz and funk, and bands such as Chicago, Spirit or Blood Sweat & Tears, starring a tight base of drums-bass-guitar-Hammond and with the addition of a funky brass section. The band canned some great performances of earlier stuff like 'Look Away Our Happiness' or 'Chains' plus great covers and new original material. This double album stays as a vinyl witness of what was the greatest progressive rock outfit in Spain. The Wah Wah edition includes the two tracks of the rare
Funciona
12", 'I Can't Quit You Baby' and 'Improvisando con Geno,' two recordings from the same sessions that surfaced in the early '80s when Apollo Records reissued both Mŕquina! LPs. Comes in original gatefold art and reproduces the original 8 page booklet." Strictly limited to 500 copies.
Artist:
UGLY CUSTARD
Title:
Ugly Custard
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
LPS 026LP
"This UK exploitation classic sees finally a proper reissue thanks to Wah Wah. This studio session group -- also known as The Mohawks -- formed by Clem Clattini (drums), Roger Coulham (keyboards), Herbie Flowers (bass) and library maestro and Alan Parker on killer guitar released this obscure album on Kaleidoscope records in 1971, not unsimilar to some other gems of the era like Blue Phantom, Psycheground, The Underground Set, Traffic Pop on Studio G's Beat Group... classic psych-sploitation sounds with a nod to prog and, of course, the funky side of things: 'Custards Last Stand' and 'Feel This' are pure mod Hammond-funk in the best Mohawks tradition."
Artist:
AGUAVIVA
Title:
Cosmonauta
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
LPS 027LP
"Really amazing and obscure LP by this Spanish band led by legendary producer Manolo Diaz. A mixture of avantgarde and serious composition with pop instrumentation, this is a a really amazing LP which borders the outer-space exotica field. Describing the mystic impressions of an astronaut as he's trapped into serious trouble while orbiting... an unknown album even in Spain which will come as a big surprise to many a record collector. Another early '70s lost prog gem, another goldmine for beats and samples."
Artist:
FISCHER, WILLIAM S.
Title:
Akelarre
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
LPS 028LP
"Weird and obscure as they come... in 1972 arranger William S. Fischer lands in the Basque country and produces some funky reinterpretations of popular Basque folklore songs and dances, all around the theme of witchery and covens (
Akelarre
). As crazy and weird as it may sound, this record is virtually unheard of in collector's circles. How the musical director for Atlantic Records and arranger for Wilson Pickett, Roberta Flack, Eugene McDaniels, Les McCann, Herbie Mann and countless others got involved with this project is up to everyone's guess. However, what he comes up with is really astounding, a funky as hell workout which will get you screaming for more. Killer go-go psychedelic soul which defies categorisation: tight rhythm section, open drum breaks, funky as hell guitar leads, groovy flute, weird electronic sound effects and Moog bits (most likely courtesy of Walter E. Sear, who gets a mention in the original liners) alternate with more stylish moments (think Terry Callier or blaxploitation soundtracks of the era like Marvin Gaye's 'Troubleman') and even some fusion styled groovers. Fans of his funky jazz rock cum electronics masterpiece
Circles
(released by Embryo in 1970 and featured on
Mojo
's '50 Most Out There Albums of All Time' list) won't be deceived, for he shows here the same masterful sense of groove and orchestration but in a more danceable, not so avant-garde context. An unknown record that deserves to be brought back to life in this limited, hand-numbered reissue of 500 copies."
Artist:
ORA
Title:
Ora
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
2LP
Price:
$33.00
Catalog #:
LPS 029LP
"Wah Wah Records is proud to announce the reissue of the recorded works by this amazing folk-with-pop-psych-jazz-and-even-bossa UK band! Originally released on the Tangerine label, the Ora LP was also issued in the German Metronome label as
Knick Knacks
, but gets its first vinyl reissue since it first came out on this 2LP set. Record 1 will feature the original
Ora
LP as it was first issued back in 1969, while record 2 is made up of previously unreleased in vinyl format top quality material by the band and will include tracks never issued before in any format that original band member James Rubinstein had in his personal archive. Twenty-five must-have songs for anyone interested in UK folk/pop/psych. It is an album of incredible beauty, recorded by some talented young artists. The Wah Wah edition will be housed in a gatefold sleeve that will respect the original artwork concept, graphically adapted to this new issue following the directions of Ora leader James Rubinstein. James himself signs the inner notes so you get an accurate first person told history of the band who would later become the legendary progressive rock group Byzantium."
Artist:
FREE POP ELECTRONIC CONCEPT, THE
Title:
A New Exciting Experience
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$23.00
Catalog #:
LPS 030LP
"First-time ever legit RI for this lost gem from the late '60s Euro psychedelic underground. Belgium-based Portuguese soul brothers Tony & Waldo Lam (better know as Jess & James) join forces which American jazz man Scott Bradford and Belgian mad scientist & electronics grand daddy Arsene Souffriau for a crazy trip of groovy free-rock and soul into electronics trip in the best Pierre Henry's 'Jerks Electroniques Pour La Messe Du Temps Present,' Cecil Leuter's 'Pop Electronique,' JP Massiera's Maledictus Sound tradition... for some it may even be close to the craziness of Jimmy Haskell's 'Count Down' or The Love Machine's 'Electronic Music To Blow Your Mind.' Heavy riffing, screaming fuzz, mind-frying chirping electronics, tribal drumming mayhem, crazy studio effects, groovy go-go keyboard action, stomping beats all over... insane stuff far ahead of its time. Must-have for psych fiends, Krautrock aficionados, beat diggers, library lunatics and all around acid heads. A legendary record which is still riding high in many want lists. Grab it now or cry for ages. Comes with a gorgeous insert -- plenty of photos and info on the band! Strictly limited to 500 copies." Split release with Vampi Soul.
Artist:
GARRIE, NICK
Title:
The Nightmare of J.B. Stanislas
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
LPS 031LP
"The fabulous singer-songwriter / pop-psych debut masterpiece by Nick Garrie-Hamilton is reissued in vinyl format for the first time ever since its very rare France-only release in 1969. A musical delicatessen by this great Russian/Scottish, French raised singer songwriter. This LP first came out in France in 1969, under the production of Eddie Vartan, who managed to embody Nick's perfect songs into an orchestration with several common points to that in other great albums from the era coming from the UK (think of Billy Nichols, Duncan Browne, Bill Fay...). Soon after the record came out, the AZ's label owner committed suicide, the label resting orphaned and thus the release being unpromoted & undistributed sank in the dust of time. One of its songs, 'Wheel Of Fortune,' was rescued back in the Strange Things Are Happening days for its inclusion on a volume of the legendary
Circus Days
compilations. The Wah Wah edition, issued under license from Nick Garrie himself, comes with two bonus tracks taken from Nick's rare pre-LP 45, issued in France in 1968. It has been master cut by Yann Dub @ DK Mastering for a high quality sound pressing that will satisfy the most exquisite audiophile."
Artist:
ATILA
Title:
Intención
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
LPS 032LP
"Reissue in vinyl format of the glorious second LP by this killer Spanish hard prog psychedelic band.
Intención
, the sensational second LP recorded by Atila, has never fetched the high amounts their debut album
The Beginning Of The End
(Wah Wah LPS022) does exchange hands for in the collectors' market, but it is still a mega rare LP hardly seen below the 400 Euros tag, and is considered by many to be better than their previous output. At the time of recording this album, the band was already considered one of the top stage acts from Spain, which led to their signing for the BASF label, where they were allowed a better production which not only resulted in a better sound, but also in a much more visually attractive full colour gatefold sleeve, which the Wah Wah reissue reproduces to perfection. Originally issued in 1976,
Intención
is the perfect follow-up to
The Beginning Of The End
, with the band offering further pieces led by the strong guitar licks by Eduardo Niebla, Benet Nogué's organ & Moog, and Joan Punyet's drums melting in top progressive freakouts, plus the addition of wordless vocal parts, adding a symphonic edge to the general sound. Side A offers three killer tracks in that vein, while the B-side is a new recording of the band's signature theme 'El Principio Del Fin,' with updated overtones, Moog passages and a much better recorded sound than the one appearing on their debut LP. The Wah Wah release is housed in a full colour gatefold sleeve reproduction of the original issue and with magically remastered sound from the original master tapes, improved by sound wizard Denis Blackham @ SkyMastering, and then, of course, pressed in quality vinyl. That's Wah Wah's philosophy: making reissues that are even better than the original issues!"
Artist:
GHOST, THE
Title:
When You're Dead - One Second
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 033LP
"The Ghost LP is one of the most fabulous UK psych/prog albums. This Birmingham band had been previously known as The Velvett Fogg, and under that name they recorded a classic psychedelic album which has become one of the most sought after LPs of the genre. With the addition of Shirley Kent on vocals they switched their name to The Ghost and released the killer monster
When You're Dead - One Second
LP. The album, originally released back in 1970 on the Gemini label in the UK and in 1971 on Exit/Ekipo records in Spain, is one step ahead psychedelia entering the realm of prog music, yet retaining an atmospheric mind expanding feel through it all. Loads of Hammond organ swirls, pyrotechnical guitar licks, beautiful acoustic guitar parts, and above it all, killer vocal arrangements, with the special attraction of Shirley Kent's beautiful tone (Shirley would later move on to record the
Fresh Out
LP as Virginia Tree). Top quality remastered sound, front-laminated color picture sleeve, one bonus track from a non-LP single B-side add to the superb sounds to make this an impressive addition to your psych prog collection! Limited to 500 copies, get it now before it's too late!"
Artist:
EMTIDI
Title:
Emtidi
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
LPS 034LP
First legit reissue of this debut album from 1970, predating their most commonly known
Saat
album from 1972. "Emtidi are best remembered nowadays for their classic album
Saat
, but prior to that release, the duo formed by Maik Hirschfeldt and Dolly Holmes had already released a marvelous LP. This superb debut album is filled with charming folk-oriented material. 6, 7 and 12 string acoustic guitars and beautiful flute arrangements surround the lovely female/male duet voices of Hirschfeldt and his Canadian partner, Holmes, making this album a pleasure for the listener, a nice piece for the collector and a source of good taste influences for the young musicians into today's new folk scene. Yes: this LP will give satisfaction not only to Kraut rock collectors, but also to all those into old folk gods like Pentangle, Vashti Bunyan, Bridget St. John, Book Of Am... plus to all those into the Devendra Banhart, Espers, Circulus... sounds! Sung in English, it was recorded in July 1970 and originally released on the Thorofon label, which issued a very short run, thus making it one of those rare items so valued by record collectors, with the addition that for this time the music lives up to the expectations of its market price value! Here at Wah Wah, we thought it was time to give this gem a proper edition as it deserves, with top quality pressing from the original master tapes. A nice chance to get this one for far less the amount an original copy changes hands for. Strictly limited edition. 1000 copies. Get it now or cry later!"
Artist:
MI GENERACIÓN
Title:
Mi Generación
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
2LP +7"
Price:
$42.00
Catalog #:
LPS 035LP
"Wow! Gorgeous first-ever reissue of this rare Spanish band's LP from 1971. Great West Coast-influenced guitar sounds, progressive Hammond grooves, nice soft pop vocal harmonies (reminiscent of CSN&Y), and cool folk-inspired acoustic guitars melt on the sources of the ultra rare LP of the band originally released on the Palobal label from Barcelona. This LP and two 45s, including the mega rare non LP single 'Toma Tu Parte de Felicidad'/'Triste y Solo' whose B-side, a killer version of Garden Odyssey Enterprise's 'Sad and Lonely,' makes original copies raise up to the 500/600 Euros tag among mod/garage/freakbeat DJs and collectors. These were their only releases under the Mi Generación name (although the band is also known for their studio work on the cover albums
Sonido Eléctrico
and
Sonido Acústico
, issued by the Joint label.) The
Mi Generación
LP is a killer gem that will please anyone into the cool sounds of the late '60s and early '70s. But for those who want more, they'll get it: for the first time in many years, here's a chance to get the mega-rare
Triste y Solo
picture sleeve 45 for far less than the 500 Euros you will have to pay on the collector's market. Get that top version of 'Sad & Lonely' you've danced to at parties, which by the way surpasses the original in your vinyl collection! Ain't that enough for you? No problem! In addition to all that, we are ready to include a whole unissued second LP that the band recorded in 1972 but was never released at the time. More CS&N inspired vocal harmonies, acoustic guitars & beautiful songs by this great, underrated band. A deluxe package! Two vinyl LPs housed in a colorful sleeve, plus the mega-rare 45 perfectly reproduced with its original color picture sleeve and all. Strictly limited edition of 500 copies."
Artist:
BROSELMASCHINE
Title:
Bröselmaschine
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$24.00
Catalog #:
LPS 036LP
This new series of LP reissues of classic Krautrock LPs by Wah Wah is really fantastic. High quality pressings, deluxe gatefold jackets and some of our favorite albums of all time. Licensed from ZYX in Germany (and not Spalax, if you are concerned about these details; not sure that really makes them any "better"). Limited to 500 copies each worldwide, probably not long for this world. "Debut album of this band led by skilled master-guitarist Peter Bursch, which went to record this magical piece of psychedelic folk for the Pilz label in 1971. Guitars, flute, mellotron, congas, tabla, sitar & the magical voice of Jenni Schücker make the ingredients for a very special record, recorded & mixed by Dieter Dierks in his unique fashion. Full of Eastern promise, this is regarded by many as the best German folk-rock album ever! 'The ideal companion to Emtidi's
Saat
and Hoelderlin's
Traum
" --S. & A. Freeman,
The Crack In The Cosmic Egg
.
Artist:
EMTIDI
Title:
Saat
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$24.00
Catalog #:
LPS 037LP
Deluxe gatefold edition, limited to 500 copies. "The follow-up to their 1970s debut on Thorofon (also available on Wah Wah) is a cosmic folk opus of epic proportions. Dorothy and Mike team up with the great Dieter Dierks to produce one of the most beautiful cosmic treks of all times, where fragile femme vocals collide with a rich background of multi-tracked guitars, phased keys and trippy electronics. Again, a recording touched all over by Dierk's magic, who wraps the whole set in a glowing, otherworldly atmosphere. Kosmische classic!!!"
Artist:
HOLDERLIN
Title:
Hölderlin's Traum
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$24.00
Catalog #:
LPS 038LP
"Debut album by this legendary German folk outfit centered around the family core of brothers Christian and Jochen Grumbcow and including Christian's wife, Nanny, as the band's lead singer. Another sample of Dieter Dierk's talent for turning otherwise average folk albums into something else, their album for Pilz was a refined and complex work which included such remarkable guests as Bröselmaschine's Peter Bursch on sitar or Walter Westrupp on flute. A German progressive folk master opus which took hints from medieval and classical musics and reworked them into something very special and unique. A really nice album which should please all lovers of folk and progressive musics!"
Artist:
FLOH DE COLOGNE
Title:
Fliesbandbabys Beat Show
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$24.00
Catalog #:
LPS 039LP
Deluxe gatefold reissue, edition of 500 copies. "Actually the first release ever on the revolutionary and innovative Ohr label,
Fliesbandbabys Beat Show
saw Floh De Cologne's delivering a hard slap on the face on Western Germany's capitalist society. Well-known for their humorous and satirical approach (which gained them comparisons with other freak troupes like The Fugs or The Mothers Of Invention), they deliver a freaky concoction of agit-prop satire and madness with relentless no-barriers free jamming. Political agitation meets free-rock! Housed in a nice gatefold cover, carefully reproducing the original groundbreaking cover design by Reinhard Hippen (responsible for all of Ohr's classic first five releases). Kraut madness!"
Artist:
GOLOWIN, SERGIUS
Title:
Lord Krishna Von Goloka
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$24.00
Catalog #:
LPS 040LP
"Rolf-Ulrich Kaiser's first attempt to cast a 'kosmische' super-group using the rooster of his Ohr and Kosmische Kuriere labels as the backing band for Swiss painter (he did the original cover for the Ash Ra Tempel/Timothy Leary
Seven-Up
album) and gypsy mystic Sergius Golowin, this record can be considered actually as the starter of the Cosmic Jokers saga as it got together for the first time. Wallenstein, Witthüsser & Westrupp, Klaus Schulze and the enigmatic Jörg Mierke form into some sort of cosmic all-star band. An enchanting album where musicians back Golowin's spoken-word ramblings with an inspired flow of sound which keeps on rising and falling, sometimes folky, sometimes electronic, always delicate and mystic. A true work of genius."
Artist:
BURSCH UND DIE BROSELMASCHINE, PETER
Title:
Bröselmaschine II
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$24.00
Catalog #:
LPS 042LP
Limited to 500 copies, no gatefold on this one. "Second chapter on the Bröselmaschine saga after a four-year hiatus. The band's second incarnation came to life in 1975, when Peter Bursch reformed the group together with old member Willi Kissmer and new recruit, Klaus Dapper (flute, sax, tuba). Helped by such honorable guests as Mani Neumeier and Roland Schaeffer (from Guru Guru) or Jan Fride from Kraan, their 1976 album was a solid session of progressive folk, very different than its predecessor but also with an atypically hypnotic and haunting quality. Long jams, ranging from the relaxed to the energetic, extended instrumental parts, nice flute and sax touches, sparse vocals. A totally underrated gem waiting to be rediscovered. Top progressive Kraut-folk sounds!!!"
Artist:
DE BYL, FRANZ
Title:
Und
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$24.00
Catalog #:
LPS 043LP
"Time to unearth another Kraut obscurity, sought-after by collectors worldwide since his inclusion on the legendary NWW list. Franz De Byl's second album, released by Thorofon in 1971, was actually his debut as a solo performer, an eccentric collection of freaky acoustic folk songs with bluesy elements and an extra satirical, political twist (not unlike Floh De Cologne). Weird sounds and compulsive chanting from this master of the acoustic guitar, one of the most curious characters to ever emerge from the Berlin underground!"
Artist:
DAVANI FOUR, THE DAVE
Title:
Fused!
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 044LP
"Wah Wah is proud to announce the vinyl reissue of one of the best Hammond organ fueled LPs from the Swingin' London years! The talented organist Dave Davani and his group were a regular act at top clubs like the Flamingo or the Ricky Tick, sharing the spotlight with other top British names such as Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated, Zoot Money's Big Roll Band, Graham Bond Organization, Artwoods, Georgie Fame or even U.S. heavyweights as Jimmy McGriff. The superb
Fused!
LP, originally released by Parlophone in 1965, is a killer sample of what Davani and company delivered in the sweaty smokey nightclubs of London that year. First class Hammond-powered mod jazz and R&B, deeply rooted in the sounds of the fab Jimmy McGriff, 'Big' John Patton, Brother Jack McDuff, and Jimmy Smith soul jazz albums imported from the U.S. at the time. From the top opening track, an organ-ized version of the classic Miles Davis 'Milestones,' to the last groove of the record, this one will please everybody into swingin' soul jazz sounds. Reissued on vinyl format for the first time, you have a chance to grab yourself a copy of this goodie at a reasonable price -- but only for a while, since it has been licensed for a 1000 copies run and albums as good as this one do not last long on the shop's shelves. Get it now before it's too late! An exact repro of the original Parlophone LP upgraded with cool liner notes written for the occasion by today's Hammond maestro, Nick Rossi."
Artist:
BULENT
Title:
Benimle Oynar Misin
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 045LP
"From the hidden depths of the eastern Mediterranean, down in the Capadocian mystery lands, comes Bülent Ortaçgil, one of the national musical treasures of Turkey, but one that to Western ears remains unheard. Ortaçgil, or Bülent, which became his artistic name in his beginnings, during the much-loved and never forgotten '60s, made a name for himself on the same scene as Fikret Kizilok, who has now made some waves since his inclusion on Damon and Naomi's compilation
International Sad Hits
. But Bülent's music, much as it was of its time, was not at all sad, even though it also came from the heart. And what a heart. It could be said that his voice was indeed as sweet as that of the Golden Horn, and that his music united two continents as much as the Galata Bridge united two parts of Istanbul. For Bülent's music was deeply Turkish but assimilated the folk flavors of the day, British or American, but the most gentle and perfumed ones. Want names? Donovan and Nick Drake, mainly. Bülent's
Benimle Oynar Misin
has to be heard to be believed, really. Wah Wah's vinyl edition is the first legit edition outside his own country, remastered and with the original artwork. Do yourself a favor. Listen to Bülent." --Ferran Llauradó; Gatefold sleeve.
Artist:
TILSTON, STEVE
Title:
An Acoustic Confusion
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 046LP
"The beautiful debut album by Steve Tilston was originally released by The Village Thing in 1971. Housed in a beautiful sleeve, it contained ten wonderful songs, mostly played on just acoustic guitar (plus voice, of course), which showed the great talent of a young Tilston that must have been listening to a lot of stuff by Bert Jansch, Nick Drake, Donovan, Wizz Jones or Davy Graham. Occasionally he is also accompanied by Dave Evans (guitar & vocals), Keith Warmington (harmonica & vocal), John Turner (string bass) and Pete Finch (violin). The ten songs on the album are original compositions written by Tilston himself, and this Wah Wah LP features two extra bonus tracks from 1978, previously unreleased on vinyl format, plus an insert with the lyrics."
Artist:
HUNT & TURNER
Title:
Magic Landscape
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 047LP
"The second of our reissues from The Village Thing catalog is this wonderful 1972 LP by the talented duo Ian Hunt and John Turner. Hunt & Turner got together in the summer of 1970, after having worked as some of the most in-demand session musicians of the West Country. Turner was an accomplished string bass player, while Hunt was already a big name on the Bristol scene, playing great guitar and writing songs. They moved around Bristol's Troubadour Club, which Turner had run for several years, and once the duo was arranged, they expanded their art around the UK and Europe. With this LP, they gathered a small amount of success, reaching #6 on the
Melody Maker
folk charts. More fabulous folk sounds, plenty of crystalline acoustic guitars and delicious vocals, at times reminiscent of CSN&Y and relatives. Hunt & Turner, who, besides their fab vocal duties, already play acoustic & electric guitars, electric and string bass and bongos, are occasionally augmented by John Merritt on bass guitar and Rod Matthews on percussion. Includes an insert with the lyrics."
Artist:
SUN ALSO RISES, THE
Title:
The Sun Also Rises
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 048LP
"Another acid folk delicatessen from The Village Thing catalog, The Sun Also Rises was recorded by Graham Hemingway (vocals, guitar) and Anne Hemingway (vocals, dulcimer, glockenspiel, vibes, percussion). They were occasionally joined by John Turner (string bass, finger-picked & with a bow) and Andy Legget (who whistles on one of the songs). It features an amazing tapestry of acid folk sounds with great male/female vocal harmonies. On the sources of this record you will hear echoes of The Incredible String Band, Comus, C.O.B or Tír Na Nog, but of course delivered with the distinct personality of this Cardiff duo, very hippie-sounding with a very trippy atmosphere. It is really a delicatessen for your ears! The album was originally released in 1970, and our reissue includes one bonus track not on the original release, taken from a 1972 Village Thing sampler. Comes with beautifully reproduced artwork in a nice matte finish. Not only a top listen, but also a beautiful addition to your acid folk collection. Remember it's just 500 copies, it will go fast! Comes with an insert with the lyrics."
Artist:
ANNEXUS QUAM
Title:
Osmose
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$30.00
Catalog #:
LPS 049LP
"One of the most interesting and unknown bands from the Ohr catalogue, Annexus Quam had actually a quite long career, having their roots in the outfit Ambition Of Music, formed back in 1967 Kamp-Lintfort (near Düsseldorf). By 1970, and paying tribute to their early name, they had incorporated a whole array of influences (most important one, the inclusion of jazz instrumentation) and brewed them in what was becoming a very personal progressive fusion of styles, best witnessed in their their debut album
Osmose
. At that time, the band had grown into a septet formed by Uwe Bick (drums, vocals, percussion), Jürgen Jonuschies (bass, vocals, percussion), Werner Hostermann (clarinet, organ, vocals, percussion), Peter Werner (guitar, vocals, percussion), Hans Kámper (trombone, Spanish guitar, vocals, percussion), Ove Volquartz (sax) and Harald Klemm (flute, vocals, percussion). Far from a typical jazz sound, they were able to integrate rock and jazz instrumentation into a unique style, which borrowed elements from the aforementioned genres but blended those into an ultimate cosmic fusion (which can recall at times the Third Ear Band, Xhol Caravan or even Ash Ra Tempel yet remaining totally their own). Actually, Annexus Quam were able to sound meditative, doomy, stoned, aggressive, exotic and lyrical in the same track without loosing any musical coherence or perspective. With their personal style that even today defies categorization (except for that big umbrella we call kraut rock),Annexus Quam had all the inventiveness and excitement of the 1969/1970 German bands.
Osmose
is a most unique album by an equally unique band, housed in one of the most luxurious, elaborated and tripped-out gimmix covers ever made, now reproduced in all it's multi-folding glory. Strictly limited to 500 copies -- Gimmix folding-pyramidal cover!"
Artist:
XHOL
Title:
Motherfuckers GmbH & Co. Kg
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 054LP
"The mysteriously named Xhol had already some years of experience on their back when Krautrock made its first impact. Having its roots in the late '60s rock & soul outfit Soul Caravan they eventually renamed themselves Xhol Caravan and released the crucial
Electrip
album on Hansa, one of the first efforts in bridging psychedelic, jazz and psychedelic styles in a really original way. Shortening their name to Xhol, they signed to the hip Ohr label where they released the live album
Hau-Rauk
and the mysterious archival
Motherfuckers GmbH & Co Kg
. Conceived as a varied collage of archive pieces, sound snippets and free extended jams, the album hints at the madness of Faust but retaining that freaky Xhol attitude. From the archetypical 'Radio,' just some dial knob turning with takes us from the Soul Caravan days, to the cosmically tripped-out 'Orgelsolo' and the chirps and flute exotism of 'Grille,' this album shows Xhol's more experimental side without forgetting their powerful fusion as hints of jazz, brass rock, soul and other grooves collide on the extended 13-minute 'Love Potion 25.' An enduring testament to the talents of a band which went unrecognized too many years and which was one of the best and more inventive of the first wave of Kraut rock bands. Strictly limited to 500 copies - single cover - upgraded with notes and photos courtesy of our friends at Garden Of Delights. Sealed copies w/ info sticker."
Artist:
ANNEXUS QUAM
Title:
Beziehungen
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 055LP
"After the release of their debut album
Osmose
and much playing in jazz festivals, Annexus Quam fronted some personnel changes and settled down to a quintet. The band was now Hans Kämper (trombone, Spanish guitar, flute), Harald Klemm (zither, tabla, bendira, guitar), Peter Werner (guitar, percussion), Ove Volquartz (tenor/soprano saxes, flute) plus newcomer Martin Habenicht (basses). This reduced formation went to record
Beziehungen
, a much more jazzy effort which headed straight into free jazz territory but retaining the typical inventive touch of the band. Much more space was given to free improvisation, with tracks like the two-part 'Leyenburg' coming out as free-form music whereas the 16-minute long track 'Dreh Ducht Nicht Um' bridged the gap between their two albums by combining the progressive fusion sonorities of Osmose with some brilliant free jamming. A classic album that is recommended to the lovers of the experimental leg of Krautrock and progressive musics as well as fans of all things free. Strictly limited to 500 copies -- single cover -- sealed copies w/ info sticker. Includes the bonus 1970 track 'Kollodium!'"
Artist:
AMON DÜÜL
Title:
Paradieswärtz Düül
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
LPS 060LP
Nice, authorized reissue of one of our favorite albums of all time! With the 7" bonus tracks. "Recorded in 1970, Amon Düül's only album for Ohr was a visionary slice of acid-folk which has gained cult status as years passed by. Ritualistic folk-rock, pastoral hippie songs, stoned jams, Eastern flavors, mystical passages and heavy hypnotic riffing which are in fact very different from the early Amon Düül epic freaked-out improvisations (
Psychedelic Underground
) or Amon Düül II complex and psyched-up progressive works (
Phallus Dei
). These were in fact archival recordings done by a different incarnation of Amon Duul, one that combined members of both factions into a floating line up welcoming many a guest, and which were released by R.U. Kaiser without the musicians knowledge or authorization, most likely in order to catch up with Amon Düül II rising popularity. All in all, a mythical recording featuring such underground classics as 'Love Is Peace,' 'Snow Your Thurst Sun Open Your Mouth' and 'Paramechanische Welt.' Included also on our edition is their sought after Ohr single: 'Paramechanical World' / 'Eternal Flow.' Another legendary title from the Ohr catalogue rescued by Wah Wah for your listening pleasure. Strictly limited to 500 copies. Sleeve reproducing original artwork from the Ohr original issue. Featuring bonus tracks 'Paramechanical World' and 'Eternal Flow' (originally released as 7" single)."
Artist:
CHAKACHAS
Title:
Best Of...
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
WBS 001LP
2002 release. "The kings of Latin funk with a collection of the best tracks from their two most legendary albums from the early '70s. Featuring their big classics 'Jungle Fever' and 'Stories,' plus plenty of danceable stuff!"
Artist:
POINDEXTER, PONY
Title:
En Barcelona
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
WBS 002LP
2000 reissue. "Pony Poindexter visited Barcelona during 1972. As a result, he recorded this acid jazz masterpiece, originally released only in Spain in long play and cassette formats. It features seven Poindexter tunes recorded in the EMI Recording Studio in Barcelona in June '72. Wah Wah records makes this very rare LP available to both collectors and aficionados."
Artist:
VA
Title:
Black Is Soul Volume 1: Pama Singles Collection
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
WBS 003LP
2000 reissue. "Volume one of two fantastic volumes featuring jewels from the Pama label singles collection, including soul and bluebeat recordings by artists such as The Mohawks (featuring their soul funk super hit 'The Champ,' a.o.), Laurel Aitken, The Crowns, The Milwaukee Coasters and more."
Artist:
MAX-B
Title:
Max B
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
WBS 006LP
2001 reissue of this 1972 album, best of Wah Wah's funk reissues. Sections of this, admittedly only brief sections -- might remind one of a Spanish Yahowha 13 vibe. "Many of you will recall Max B's stunning 'Banaticoco' track from Strut's recent
Club Africa 2
compilation. Here's the reissue of the seldom seen, highly sought-after first album by this Spain-based artist. Originally released by Opalo in 1972 it features Max B's very own fusion of Afro & funk, spiced with some psychedelic tinges. Another Spanish obscurity for you to discover!"
Artist:
GILBERTO, ASTRUD
Title:
With Turrentine
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
WBS 008LP
"Astrud & Stanley's only LP for CTI, recorded in 1971, is now available again in a splendid new gatefold cover. This should already be a classic, as everything touched by the hand of Eumir Deodato deserves. The interesting thing here is that aside from the fantastic performances of 'Ponteio,' 'Vera Cruz' (a superb rendition by Stanley Turrentine!), 'Brazilian Tapestry' or 'Traveling Light,' we are reissuing the Spanish version of the album which features the two Spanish sung covers of 'Love Story' and 'For All We Know.' As a bonus, sides A & B of the superb Spanish single from 1972 'Acercándome a Ti' and 'En Tu Piel,' both written by Ennio Morricone and produced by the best producer from this country Manolo Díaz, are included in the package. 'Acercándome a Ti' is probably one of the very best songs Astrud Gilberto has sung, a very nice easy-with-strings tune backed by a you-must-hear-it-to-believe-it fuzz guitar sound from outer space. Groovy!"
Artist:
BUN HUNGA AND HIS COMBO
Title:
Relax
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
WBS 009LP
"Limited repress of this little known gem by Dutch Hammond king Roland Thyssen under his Bun Hunga pseudonym which has already been tipped as one of the best exploited albums of the continent. Bun Hunga and his Diplomatic Music (as it appeared in early 7"s and some issues of the album) recorded this killer exploitation album which, unlike many of its counterparts, is a solid killer from start to finish (not a single dumb filler in sight!). Originally released in Belgium, and licensed to Spain and Argentina, some of the tracks were later repackaged in a couple of albums (
Trumpet Prayer
and
Music in Transit
) by the mysterious Golden Music Orchestra. Thyssen's organ dominates the album all over, an 11-track selection covering a wide array of moods, grooves and tempos: from the classic Euro sounds of 'Happy Starting' and 'Privilege For Organ' to the the exotic influenced grooves of 'Play For Suzy' and the incredible 'Bangala' via the mysterious jazz of 'Quiet Ballad' or the relaxed 'Cabal In The Night.' A mixture of go-go Latin rhythms, funky arrangements, masterful studio trickery, exotic atmospheres, top band action and screaming fuzz parts. Think
The Underground Set
,
La Formule Du Baron
,
Jungle Obsession
,
Mandingo
and other groovers of the era... this is European exploitation as its best."
Artist:
EL GRAN COMBO
Title:
Bugalus Con...
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
WBS 010LP
2005 reissue. "We proudly bring you which is, surely, one of the best albums out of the vast output of this top Puerto Rico outfit. A collection of
guarachas
,
sones
and boogaloos capable to move even the most stiff-necked amongst you. Led by pianist Rafael Ithier (previously heard on
Cortijo Y Su Combo
) they go on to perform a great selection with some outstanding Latin soul sounds: 'Gran Combo's Boogaloo,' 'Clap Your Hands,' 'Shake It Baby,' 'Combolu'... 100% authentic Latin rhythms to move your feet to."
Artist:
MAZACOTE
Title:
Shukandu!
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
WBS 011LP
2005 reissue, originally issued in 1973. "Another Latin bomb gets reissued by Wah Wah. This time is the much sought-after album by king percussionist Orlando López aka Mazacote in a sophisticated Latin-sound by great jazzy nuances. Includes the funky bombs 'Give Me Love,' the uptempo 'Malembe' & the breakbeat-ridden 'Con Flauta Y Trombon' amongst some other Latin gems. A seldom-seem album gets a well deserved reissue."
Artist:
VA
Title:
Heavy Funky Beautiful Soulful
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
WBS 012LP
2005 release. "Wah Wah Records has the pleasure to introduce you to what it is with no doubt the best soul and funk compilation ever issued in Spain in the 1970s.
Heavy Funky Beautiful Soulful
was originally issued by Discophon in 1972 featuring recordings licensed from small sub labels of Philadelphia's seminal soul label 'pre-TSOP' Jamie Records. Under the 'Young Black America's music' caption we find the works of talented producers such as Paul Kyser or Van McCoy, originally issued on labels such as Phi-La Of Soul, Silver Dollar or Top & Bottom. The tunes vary from minor commercial hits like the People's Choice funk classic 'I Like To Do It' -- a combo which is supposed to be Al Green's first band -- to obscure deep funk rarities like 'Super Funky Pts. I & II,' by Thunder, Lightning and Rain, originally issued on the highly collectable Saadia label, plus big funky R&B tracks such as Benny Gordon's 'Give Me A Damn' or one of DJ Shadow's 'Brainfreeze' sampled tunes as is Un-Sound Express Ltd.'s 'Ain't It Good Enough.' As extra goodies, the Wah Wah reissue includes two bonus tracks also released in Spain at the time: the superb killer mod dancer 'The Train' by Joe Jeffrey and an always coveted northern soul floorshaker reissued here for the first time ever: Jerry Tiffe's 'Hey Watcha, Doin,'' originally recorded for the New York label Scepter Records, famous among others for most of The Shirelles' output and other girl groups. A truly solid compilation that will please both soul aficionados and funk dancers."
Artist:
VON MOISY, HEINZ
Title:
Las Plantas
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
LP
Price:
$22.00
Catalog #:
WBS 013LP
"Great but still rather unknown German spiritual jazz including the massive 'Nil,' originally compiled by Rainer Trüby on the second volume of the Glücklich series (along with Sail Joia and Niagara). It's about time to exhumate this gem from the '70s German jazz underground for your listening pleasure. Drummer Heinz Von Moisy leads Irisation, an incredible quintet formed Carlo Domeniconi (acoustic guitar), Manfred Burzlaff (vibraphon), Dieter Gützkow (bass), Ulrich Moritz (percussion) and Von Moisy himself performing six self-penned original numbers (either by Domeniconi or Burlaff) that cross a wide selection of moods and atmospheres; from the free and fragile delicacy of 'Nil,' which builds from silence to reach the most inspired climax, to the sunny guitar licks of 'Samba Do Contrabandista' via the cinematic 'La Carretera' or the irresistibly hypnotic 'Mirage,' let's not forget the Eastern-flavored track-title 'Las Plantas.' Full of exotic, almost Oriental touches and breezy Brazilian vibes, this is an album to discover and treasure. Originally released by the tiny Thorofon label in 1977, now Wah Wah brings it back from oblivion in a limited issue strictly limited to 500 copies housed in a nice cover reproducing the original artwork by member Ulli Moritz."
Artist:
THE STORM
Title:
Storm
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
CD
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
WCD 006CD
"Their debut album, originally released on Basf in 1974, is one of the crown jewels of Spanish hard rock, and changes hands for a small fortune among collectors all over the world. This LP really rocks. It's high energy hard rock that follows the line marked by the big organ outfits of the era: Deep Purple, Atomic Rooster, Bram Stoker, Megaton, a.o. It has also a deep classic prog sound root, which reaches the top on 'Un Seńor Llamado Fernández De Córdoba'. Now it gets the deserved well-done CD treatment at last, with great remastered sound, nice booklet AND YES!!!! up to 30 minutes of images with a concert of the group and an interview, all circa 1974-1975. An incredible document available for the first time."
Artist:
VA
Title:
Black Is Soul: Pama Singles Collection
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
CD
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
WCD 007CD
"Due to public demand here is the CD version of the successful
Black Is Soul
series, featuring jewels from the Pama label singles collection, including soul and bluebeat recordings by artists such as The Mohawks (featuring their soul funk super hit 'The Champ,'), Laurel Aitken, The Crowns, The Milwaukee Coasters and more. These killer comps have been a regular soundtrack to hundreds of soul and bluebeat parties all over the globe and are now collected on one CD. The CD edition contains all the tracks from the two vinyl volumes, plus 3 bonus tracks not available on the LPs." Artists include: The Mohawks, Beverley Simmons, The Crowns, Bobby Patterson & The Mustangs, Roy Docker, Norman T. Washington, Max Romeo, The Milwaukee Coasters, Rico Rodriguez, The Classics, Betty Lavette, Laurel Aitken, The Imperials, The Gruvy Beats and The Beas.
Artist:
ATILA
Title:
Intención
Label:
WAH WAH RECORDS (SPAIN)
Format:
CD
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
WCD 008CD
"
Intención
, the sensational second LP recorded by Atila, has never fetched the high amounts their debut album
The Beginning of the End
does exchange hands for in the collectors' market, but it is still a mega-rare LP hardly seen below the 400 euros tag, and is considered by many to be better than their previous output. At the time of recording this album, the band was already considered one of the top stage acts from Spain, which led to their signing for the BASF label, where they had access to a better production, which not only resulted in a better sound but also in a much more visually attractive full color gatefold sleeve, which the Wah Wah reissue will reproduce to perfection and outgrade to a gorgeous 16-page booklet full of info on the band. Originally issued in 1976,
Intención
is the perfect follow-up to
The Beginning of the End
, with Atila offering further pieces led by the strong guitar licks of Eduardo Niebla, Benet Nogué's organ & Moog, and Joan Punyet's drums melting in top progressive freakouts, plus the addition of wordless vocal parts and even some Catalan sung parts, besides adding a symphonic edge to the general sound. Side A offers three killer tracks in that vein, while the B-side is a new recording of the bands' signature theme 'El Principio Del Fin,' with updated overtones, Moog passages and a much better recorded sound than the one appearing on their debut LP. In addition to the original
Intención
LP this CD edition will feature one bonus track recorded back in 1999, the year of the band's first comeback after they disbanded in the late '70s."