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ASHKAN- In from the cold-
1969 debut of a heavy progressive rock masterpiece, similar to Leafhound, Human beast,
T2 and early Spooky Tooth. Propelled by Bailey's hoarse growl and the bands penchant
for frantic driving guitars, harsh vocals and pounding drums. Tapestry label,
Limited to 1000 copies. Mint; 18.-

AUM- Blues vibes-
Led by singer/multi-instrumentalist Wayne Ceballos, with drummer Larry Martin and bassist Ken Newell rounding out the trio, the group's initial reputation stemmed from their jam-oriented concerts. As one would expect from the title, the group's 1969 album found them working in a distinctively blues-vein. Reflecting the band's live act, this Richard Gotthrer-produced debut features a series of seven extended jams, (the shortest song clocking in at 4 minutes). Ceballos proved a decent singer, injecting considerable energy into his performances and the band really soars on many occasions. Truly interesting." Tapestry label, Limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

PAUL ADOLPHUS- Dawn Wind-
Australian loner folk recorded in Japan-Incredible rare and sought after
mellow folk album with beautiful songs and harmonies, like a Japanese
version of EXTRADITION!
Shadoks- M-/M-; 45.-

MICHAEL ANGELO- Here’s a limited reissue of 500 copies of the ultra rare LP from 1977. Near 4 figures as an original, here is a choice reissue with 1 bonus track added. Color glossy cover as the original. Dreamy, folkie psychedelia...moments of madness that are so hard to capture on recordings, yet the artist accomplished that with this LP. The vinyl was recorded from the artist's personal archives and sounds very nice. Void Label; 22.-

ART- Supernatural fairy Tales- Classic but little known late-'60s Brit psych from the band that would later evolve into the much more famous progressive act, Spooky Tooth. Great use of effects, this is vamped in echoes, phasing, and vocoded vocals, and combines strong vocal melodies with distorted rock riffing, psychedelic guitar solos, pounding bass, and sweeping mellotron, all to great effect. This is quite a varied album, there's a few softer, more lightweight songs (check out the Buffalo Springfield cover on 'What's That Sound') with some rawer fuzzy, more progressive rockers. Collectors of UK psychedelia/prog won't be disappointed." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

AARDVARK- Same- Stunning forgotten gem of UK rock from 1970, originally on Deram, this album stands out by virtue of having no guitars except a bass. The keyboards are working overtime here, and with the inclusion of some trippy electronic effects. Highlights include the marvelously monickered 'Once Upon A Hill/Put That In Your Pipe And Smoke It' which is a monster of a track spread over ten minutes and dominated by keyboard mayhem, this is a highly exceptional reissue." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

BALLETTO DI BRONZO- Sirio 2222 (profonda nero)-Legendary debut album (and impossible to find as an original) featuring the famed track “Missione sirio 2222” regarded by many as one of the best tracks ever in the Italian prog field. This is a limited and unplayed reissue.Profondo nerro label; 28.-

BETTY- Handful- What a cover this is, and what an album...- Has been compared to Dragonfly, Brigade, Butterfingers.. This is crude heavy psych with an acid edge. As an original it's near impossible to find. so here's a completely sold out Shadocks exact reissue. hardly ever shows up anywhere. Last copy in stock! MINT- 75.-

KEVIN COYNE- Case history- Coyne released his first LP in 1972, Case History, on John Peel's Dandelion label. With just a guitar, and a few of Siren's members here and there, Kevin stuns the listener with stories of love, anger, independence, and the psychiatric patients he had begun to work with, after dropping out of art school. After Case History, Kevin was phoned by Richard Branson, the soon to be multimillionaire media mogul. Richard was then starting Virgin Records, and was seeking acts. Kevin was part of the first signings to the label that included Mike Oldfield and Gong." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

CAPTAIN BEYOND- Same- Originally released in 1970. "This is one of the greatest overlooked early 1970s hard rock masterpieces. From beginning to end (with only one hitch, discussed below), this is a consummate performance. There is a power and consistency hardly ever found on debut albums. What's more, the production is remarkably sophisticated for its time, particularly in terms of the guitar work, which is chiefly reminiscent of Jimmy Page, and in some respects an advance over his work, but also thanks to richly-layered vocal harmonies of the sort that normally don't work in hard rock." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

THE CONTENTS ARE- Through You, USA 1967 450 numbered / glossy heavy sleeve / 180 gram pressing / insert- The Contents Are: Dave Neumann - guitar, vocals, Paul Staack - drums, vocals, Larry Smith - bass, vocals and Craig Hute - lead guitar, vocals from Iowa.
The Contents Are was one of many sixties bands from the Quad City’s fertile garage music scene. With labels/studios like Fredlo and IGL, it was a very healthy regional area for bands with an unusually high per capita for record releases. Up until the recent discovery of an original copy a couple years ago, it was only rumored to exist and remained an enigma with hardcore record collectors. In most cases, the Contents Are were only known by astute collectors for their two excellent 45 releases (non-LP). Well the mystery is over, and here’s your chance to hear one of the rarest & greatest garage records ever recorded.
Here’s the story about the record: Four high school seniors from Iowa decide to release an album of all original tunes, and was exclusively sold at their live shows. Originally released on the Rok label (a subsidiary of the already obscure Fredlo label) in 1967 with only 100 copies pressed. These guys were not your typical garage band – talented players, professional grade vocalists and no cover songs!!! Their music is a nice blend of garage rock with hints of hipster folk and early psychedelic influences. As good if not better as other similar top shelf rarities like Mystery Meat and the Bachs, but no major quantity find making original copies of the Contents Are ten times rarer. Get it or miss it! SEALED; 44.-

CAMEL- Same- Camel's debut album is probably one of their best. It was a quite rough and unpolished product, but it still featured the two first classic Camel tracks with the beautiful 'Mystic Queen' and the catchy 'Never Let Go.' Both tracks demonstrated the group's ability to write very strong vocal-melodies combined with lengthy and tasty instrumental-passages. 'Never Let Go' also featured one of the few examples recorded of a mellotron solo. 'Separation' and the opener 'Slow Yourself Down' are both harder rock tracks where the latter one is the most complex and progressive, featuring some excellent solos from Latimer and Bardens." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. Originally issued in 1973. 18.-

DARK- Round the edges- Lovely reissue ofUK’s holy grail progressive album, recently listed on Ebay for 7500$ (!). Only a few originals are known to exist so this makes for a clever alternative. 7^th Akarma release, issued in bulky textured gatefold cover, pressed on Marble grey coloured vinyl and including a 12 pages insert with lots of info and pictures. A great set! M-/M-; 35.-

DRUIDS OF STONEHENGE- Creation- 1968 fabulous caper, sounding like early Rolling Stones meets early Grateful Dead, with incredible guitar breaks and a frenzied lead vocalist. Contains the beautiful harpsichord laced 'Six Feet Down,' an amazing version of 'Signed DC,' the best song ever written about 'Speed' and a magical 'I Put a Spell On You.' Precious psych American explorations and textures." 180 gram virgin vinyl. Limited edition of 1000 copies.; Tapestry Label; 18.-

DR. STRANGELY STRANGE- Heavy petting- Dr. Strangely Strange were an experimental Irish folk group formed in Dublin in 1967 by Tim Booth (vocals and guitar) and Ivan Pawle (bass and keyboards). Soon they teamed with multi-instrumentalist Tim Goulding (vocals and keyboards), an aspiring painter, and began living and rehearsing in a house owned by Goulding's girlfriend, Orphan Annie, which its tenants nicknamed 'The Orphanage.' This follow-up album is a little more electric than their 1st, but almost equally eccentric in the best possible way. Songs that take you to places no one else goes (don't you love the '70s?). Completely wonderful." Tapestry label. Limited edition of 1000 copies. Elaborate die-cut fold-out jacket, as originally issued ; 20.-

DAWNWIND- Looking back on the future- Jon Harflett and John Perkins began playing together in 1967, but their sole album, the beautifully melodic and intimate "Looking Back On The Future", didn't appear until 1975. Though critically praised, it was only issued as a private pressing and was thus condemned to obscurity until its legend began to grow through collectors. This is a vintage reissue, first release on “Ear” and limited to 300 copies only! Has a sticker removal on top right corner, otherwise very nice M-/M-; 45.-

THE DEVIL’S ANVIL- Hard rock from the Middle-East- A really wild little album -- and exactly what it says in the title: hard rock from the Middle East! The album takes eastern instrumentation on oud, bouzoki, tamboura, and accordion -- and fuses it with some hard grooving bass, guitar, and drums -- all hitting heavy late 60s acid-tinged modes, and making for a perfect blend with the exotic instrumentation! The album's arranged and directed by Felix Pappalardi, and has some of the nice funky rock touches of his own work -- not to mention a sound that's unlike anything else we can think of! Titles include "Wala Dai", "Kley", "Besaha", "Treea Pethya", "Hala Laya", "Selim Alai", and "Isme". 18.-

EAST OF EDEN- Mercator projected- A milestone in the birth of 'progressive/art' rock, East of Eden's debut album, Mercator Projected has been cited by Mojo magazine as 'a ...masterpiece.' Released originally in 1969, the album established East of Eden (formed in Brighton by violinist and multi-instrumentalist Dave Arbus) 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." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

LA FACHADA DE PIEDRA- Same- Here is one the the best and longest albums on the Shadoks Label. Side A has 8 tracks studio (25 minutes) and side B 7 tracks live (28 minutes). This band from Guadalajara, Mexico never did a complete album (only 7 inches and an Comp. on Orfeon). La Fachada de Piedra (The Stone Facade) is a 6 piece band with 2 guitarists. The Cream influenced bluesy Underground music blows you away. All English vocals, original songs, effects, screaming guitars (like Eric Clapton & Peter Green in best action) with Hendrix style drugout Psychedelic. MINT; 40.-

FAIRPORT CONVENTION- What we did on our holidays- Their second album captures Fairport Convention poised between the more embryonic, American-influenced rock of their debut and the more pronounced British folk-rock that would follow. Newly arrived vocalist Sandy Denny contributes her haunting songs and indelibly husky voice, Ian (later Iain) Matthews lofts his angelic tenor into the mix, stacking solid covers of Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan beside traditional English songs and stirring originals from Denny, Matthews, Richard Thompson, and Ashley Hutchings. As such, Holidays works both on its own terms and as a position paper on Fairport's emerging ambition to find a distinctive accent for their alternately hearty, witty, and somber music." Originally released 1969. Tapestry label. Limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

MARK FRY- Dreaming with Alice- Probably the first ever reissue of this magical lost Acid Folk Gemm. 1st Solar circus in Yellow Textured flimsy gatefold cover. Numbered on the inside. (This is number 126 out of 300 only) A real treat and hard to find with this cover! Perhaps my favourite English psych folk LP of all times. Solar Circus 001- EX/EX 65.-

FAMILY- Entertainment- This album begins with a stalwart of the live show and is the most played of any Family song on the radio, 'Weaver's Answer.' John Whitney and Roger Chapman were writing separately as well as Rik Gretch. What results is much like a Grateful Dead studio album: songs that did not really sound great there but were transformed by public performance. 'Second Generation Woman' sounds like any other band except Family, and of the slower songs, 'How-Hi-The-Li' is a must. The lack of live albums by this band means that one needs to have the studio albums to capture the joys of their sound. Well worth having in your collection even if it is only for 'Weaver's Answer.'" Limited edition of 1000 copies. The last ever reissue to come out on the Tapestry label! ; 18.-

FAMILY- Music in a doll's house- This is the first Family album, with their unique and already mature style. Different form their more psych and prog counterparts, Family mixed rock with folk, jazz and blues. Roger Chapman's voice stands out in a crowd on a great list of songs for a music that's still fresh, attractive, original. One of the best debut albums of the '60s." 180 gram virgin vinyl. Limited edition of 1000 copies ;Tapestry Label; 18.-

GANDALF- Limited edition UK picture disc. Black and white pic of the group on flipside.
Legendary and divine dab of laid-back pop-psych from 1968!
The mood is spacey and ethereal, heavy on the organ and harpsichord.
Radioactive RRPD 015. New and unplayed! 28.-

GRANNIE- Still an unsolved mystery to most collectors. The music is progressive rock with a good dose of UK underground. Beautiful Les Paul heavy sound all over, Hammond, driven beats and male vocals. To me this one is as good as DARK and LEAF HOUND, the music goes in the same direction. A killer album from begin to end. Shadoks- SEALED- 45.-

CAROL GRIMES & DELIVERY- Fools meeting- Although recordings were made through independent mixes, a technique that did not ably translate the band's powerful live atmosphere, the music on this album does offer great example of progressive blues and rock. The gatefold sleeve design was by Grimes' then-husband, and noted psychedelic artist, Larry Smart. The LP was released in November 1969. In the meantime, various members of the band jammed or played alongside various other sessions such as Free (Steve Miller) and Centipede (Roy Babbington). Fools Meeting is a sort of legendary album and a must-have." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. Gatefold sleeve. 18.-

GALLIARD- Strange pleasure- Galliard were formed in Birmingham, in the summer of 1968. They were, in essence, a much-augmented later manifestation of Craig. Galliard set out as an extremely eclectic band on Strange Pleasure. They juxtapose a woodwind/horn section slyly with rural compositions, creating a pastoral, even medieval atmosphere, starkly contrasting nervously urban passages, although they borrow from Art Nova's 'Wrapped Her In Ribbons' and give the credit to Geoff Brown. An interesting effort." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

GILLES, GILLES & FRIPP- The cheerful insanity..- This strange little record, reputed to have sold fewer than 500 copies during its initial run, was the first and only LP released by proto-King Crimson trio Giles, Giles & Fripp, formed when the Giles brothers placed an ad for a singing organist and got a non-singing guitarist instead. The group is technically a power trio, but the music they play hardly has much connection to progressive rock, much less rock rock. This very intriguing cult-album consists largely of catchy lite-pop with all manner of strings, choirs, and occasional surprising guitar licks. Original and extremely appealing!" Tapestry label. Limited edition of 1000 copies; 18.-

HEAD MACHINE- Orgasm- Now a rare collector's item in its original version, this album appears to have been recorded by The Gods under pseudonym (Ken Hensley, later w. Toe Fat, Uriah Heep) . Musically veering towards heavy rock, most of its track are indeed powered by driving guitar work, although there are also softer songs inside. The title track and 'Climax' are true gems. And of course, all the lyrics deal with sex as a topic. Hot and valuable." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies 18.-

HE6- Same- Great mix of 60's beat, psychedelic and funky rhythm based brass rock. Both albums, housed in quality sleeves comes packed in a hard carton Boxset, including a 24 page booklet, a 6 postcard set, band logo sticker & two big sized posters. Lim. to 1000 copies and long sold out! MINT 60.- or SEALED 70.-

IMPALA SYNDROME- Having moved from Venezuela and having become Impala Syndrome from Los Impalas, the sound this band produces here is often compared to Cream's, both vocally and instrumentally, with some occasional muscular guitar/bass guitar/drum kit playing and some excellent riffs. In fact, 'For a Small Fee' sounds like a Cream cover. In general, it's fervent hippie jam rock-blues. The songs are all compact and commercially oriented, not much in the way of an acid rock edge and definitely more lightweight flower power sounding than Cream. Male vocals are in English, with excellent sound quality and a very sought after release." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. Originally issued in 1969. 18.-

INSTANT ORANGE - Same, USA 1973- 450 numbered / glossy heavy GATEFOLD sleeve / 180 gram pressing / insert- Besides home to the Hells Angels, farmers and citrus grooves, San Bernardino, California was also where Instant Orange lived and released their first single in 1968. The band forged ahead and released another single (1973), album (1973) and two ten inch eps (1974 & 1975). All of their releases were small pressings of 100 copies and to this day, Instant Orange remains virtually unknown. Their homemade sound is a refreshing reflection of their west coast folk-rock influences that were so prevalent during the sixties and early seventies. All original tracks with inspiration from bands like the Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, Love, Sandy Bull and others. Songs full of electric and acoustic guitars with nice doses of McGuinnesque 12 string riffing as well as many unsuspecting surprises (antiquated electronic effects, rambling rural explorations, long jams, experimental moves, stoner banter and other weirdness between songs, caveman fuzz, etc). A solid listen with enough original imagination to keep it interesting without the band creating an identity crisis by trying too hard to be something else than themselves. Here it all on this limited double album, but grab it before it becomes elusive like some of San Bernardino's motorcycle riding inhabitants.
TERRY WALTERS, RANDY LANIER & LYNN McCURDY are INSTANT ORANGE with the help of Joe Bianchi & Bob Lautz. SEALED MINT; 45.-

LOS JAIVAS- El Volantin, CHILE 1971
This first ever album by Chilean band LOS JAIVAS had no name but it always was called El Volantin. It was only release in Chile in a small limited run for a real private label. That's why someone could call it the rarest album from Chile, way rarer than Aguarturbia, Kissing Spell and Embrujo. Perhaps not as much sought after but rare as gold-dust. The music is real trippy and you can compare it close with the Lula Cortez - Paêbirú album. Long passages of trippy sounds waving into fuzz guitar songs. There is a more acoustic side of the album and the second side is all electric. Really amazing music for everybody into acid trips into the wild South American wilderness. I am sure that this album was banned after 1973 when the Chile government became nasty to "musician from another planet"! OOP MINT; 45.-

JELLY BEAN BANDITS- same- Freakbeat cult classic and sole record left behind by this amazing band.
Recorded in one 12-hour rush in 1967 the album is a psych-punk collector's classic! Tapestry label,
limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

KALEIDOSCOPE- Incredible Mexican mind expander from the late '60s that could have easily been on an 'Endless Journey' comp. Mind frying fuzz guitars, electronic psychedelic effects, swirling keyboards and drugged lyrics/vocals in English. A major find for fans of the genuine article....Ciruela reissue in Red wax! M-/M- ; 35.-

KHAZAD DOOM- Level 6 1/2 -Here’s a beautiful reissue by void records of this fantastic monster psych album out of Illinois. A psychedelic concept masterpiece reportedly released in just 180 copies at the time and of course near impossible to find in its original form . This reissue is beautifully done with the same exact stunning colourful cover and comes with an ininformative insert as well. Limited to 800 copies only. M-/M-; 25.-

LINCOLN ST. EXIT- Drive it- Lincoln St. Exit were New Mexico's lead garage/psych band of the late '60s/early '70s, one of the few Indian Native American groups. Drive It was their first full length LP. Ranging from the psych-heavy blues ridden 'Dirty Mother Blues' to the easy going 'Soulful Drifter,' in between there are songs reflecting the times, the Vietnam era vibe hanging over the U.S. Guitarists Mike Martin & R.C. Gariss are backed up by the rhythm section of Mac Suazo (bass) & Lee Herres (drums). This band opened for many a headliner coming through the Southwest, and provided great performances throughout. Outstanding!" Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

LOVE- False start- Originally issued in 1970. "One of the very few major rock groups to then feature a racially mixed lineup, Love was led by productive singer-songwriter Arthur Lee. After cutting three albums, the band fell apart. The original lineup's albums are very very good, including this one where Lee had the good luck to jive Jimi Hendrix into making a guest appearance ('The Everlasting First'). Lead guitarist Rowles puts across a Hendrix imitation that completely fooled me on 'Slick Dick' and 'Ride That Vibration.' The rest of the record is a lark, with Lee veering between funky sludge rock (the live cut 'Stand Out') and flaky soul harmonies ('Keep On Shining')." Tapestry label, gatefold sleeve, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

LOUDEST WHISPER- Children of lir- Reissue of lost psych folk-rock gemm with tinges of prog, that will please everyone into the Fotheringay and trees sound. Great female vocals, perfect instrumentation as well. This is an old reissue (from 1995) in M-/M-; 35.-

MACK SIGIS PORTER- Most Italian rare records have been reissued already, right? Well, allegedly. But this one just slipped underneath the producers door- largely because it isn't really an Italian album. It sounds like one, great songs with a progressive touch, lovely fuzz guitar and organ, but Mack Sigis Porter is from- wait for it- Africa! Released only as a demo pressing in 1972 on the famous RiFi label this album, unsurprisingly (why else would Shadoks be issuing it?) did not make it. With a beautiful gatefold die cut gimmick cover it was produced on a very high budget, but still to no avail Mack's English lyrics are about World Peace and unpleasant things we are doing to our environment. Perhaps it was just too political for RiFi, but the music still came out brilliantly- a killer album from beginning to end. Laminated heavy TRIPLE-GATEFOLD-GIMICK cover MINT SEALED; 50.-

MASTER'S APPRENTICES- Masterpiece- In February 1970, the Master's finally issued their long delayed second LP, Masterpiece. It's an interesting album that clearly shows the band developing a much broader range. It includes the single tracks 'Linda Linda,' '5.10 Man,' 'A Dog, A Siren & Memories,' and 'How I Love You.' Side one of the LP shows them beginning to come to grips with the current fad for concept albums, by linking the songs with a short guitar-and-string arrangement, crossfaded between tracks. The title track, a live recording, provides a vivid aural snapshot of a Master's live show ca. 1968, complete with the deafening screams of fans. Precious!" Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

MASTER'S APPRENTICES- A toast to panama red- Originally issued in 1972. "The Master's Apprentices are bona-fide Australian rock legends. As Stan Rofe said, the Master's Apprentices were Australia's Rolling Stones. They left an indelible mark on Australian music, and along with the Easybeats and the Twilights, they were one of the 'could-have-been' bands, who tried valiantly to break into the British and international charts. Like both those bands they were ultimately unsuccessful in their attempts, but one of the later members of the band, Glenn Wheatley, learned valuable lessons from their mistakes and has played a major role in the music industry and the media over the last 30 years." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

MC CULLY WORKSHOP- Same- Vintage and long gone exact reissue of the infamously rare South African selftitled masterpiece by the Mc Cully Workshop and one of the very best psych albums ever recorded. Cat on cover is SIRIKIT. One of my favourite art covers and music as well!!! Heavy vinyl pressing. Perfect condition: M-/M-; 70.-

MOTIFFE- Same, UK 1972 -450 numbered / heavy sleeve / 180 gram pressing
Located in St. Albans, 20 minutes away from London, Motiffe recorded this album in a home situation with no overdubs. A full blown progressive band with songs, techniques which reminds a lot of bands such as IF, Gracious and Gravy Train. Great keyboards, fuzz guitar which turns the music in something Mothers of Invention like plus flute & sax, real complex songs and very little vocal. These guys can play for sure and they are instrumentalists . Originally released in 1972 on the famous Deroy label. Supposedly only 2 known copies of this baby exist. Shadoks- 44.-

MOURNING PHASE- Same, UK 1971
This demo-LP was discovered in 1992 and later sold for a 4-figure sum to a “collector”. It appeared to be a test pressing, dated 1971. Lyrically interesting, the densely layered acoustic/electric music seems merely to serve as a vehicle for the love/hate relationship of, speculatively, the male and female vocalists. Cynical, misanthropic, (with and occasional cello). It rates highly and rightly so, because the songs are well written, well performed, and goes from somewhat dreamy through to aggressive. Recorded at Eden studios. You can compare the music very close to Mellow Candle, one of the best underground folk albums there is, and this is as good. Shadoks; 44.-

MUSHROOM- Early one morning- Originated in Dublin in 1972, MUSHROOM were one of the top Folk Prog Irish bands of the period, also thanks to the happy collaboration between violinist Pat Collins and gifted instrumentalist Joe O’Donnell. A collector’s item, This is a vintage reissue that is getting seriously hard to trace these days! M-/M-; 55.-

MUSIC- The book of music- Very rare and now completely impossible to trace Rockadelic issue of amazing US psych folk released in 1972 in a tiny run of 300 copies only, completely undiscovered until just a few years ago when rockadelic decided to make this exact reissue. Musically we’re talking CSNY wit Grand funk touches and amazing vocals that would make Robert plant blush. One of the discoveries of the century, no less! 75.-

THE NEW TWEEDY BROTHERS- same-
Nice and vintage French reissue (limited to 300 hand-numbered copies of which this is number 300!)
Legendary monster, Issued in a totally unique paste-on cover.
Still in shrink. Rare! M-/M-; 65.-

THE NEW TWEEDY BROS- Same- recorded in 1968, this is a MINT, unplayed MEGA RARE Shadoks exact reissue in original hexagonal shaped silver sleeve + insert with many unknown fotos, flyers etc. limited press of 500. Small corner crease otherwise perfect! 85.-

BILLY NICHOLLS- Would you believe- Buried in monolithic spectoresque echo, sweeping strings and soaring harmonies, this album is a distillation of a time - whatever made swinging london swing is captured in these tracks. from the happy-go-lucky pop of "would you believe" to the gorgeously aching pastoralism of "feeling easy," the pilled-up finger to the establishment in "london social degree," and the purple-hearted teeth-grinding savagery of steve marriott's guitar on "girl from new york," this is an amazing album, and every bit the "lost masterpiece" it's been trumpeted as. if you dig the beatles, the zombies, the left banke, or immediate-era small faces - this is for you. an absolutely essentual artifact of 60s britpop. DOUBLE LP Limited Reissue in Green vinyl (numbered 90/1000) in MINT; 75.-

PINK FAIRIES- "The first legendary Pink Fairies album: a real must for all psychedelia and garage fans. Contains 'Do It,' 'Heavenly Man' and the manifest-track of the band: 'Uncle Harry's Last Freakout,' 10 long minutes of anarchist rock, rich of feedback and acid guitars. This really was 'proto-punk!' The packaging is just like the original one, with external artwork on plastic sleeve." 180 gram virgin vinyl. Limited edition of 1000 copies on the Tapestry Label. Pretty nice realization of the silkscreened outer bag (on extra-heavy mil plastic), with fold out jacket and insert. Originally issued on Polydor, 1971; MINT; .25.-

QUESTION MARK - Be nice to the people- Right out of KENYA this monster rare record features all English vocals, heavy fuzz guitar and 8 freakin’ tracks. Pursuing the reissues of amazingly rare and elusive African albums, Shadoks offers us this jewell, as good as BLO or WITCH but even more psychedelic and fuzzy, you will love this one!
Strong African feel with Westernized heavy guitar sounds all over. A blast..! SEALED MINT 40.-

QUINTESSENCE - In blissful company- Originally issued in 1969. "Not many progressive rock bands took religious and spiritual influences further into their music than Quintessence. The band were mainly attracted to Hinduism, but they also made references to Buddhism and Christianity in some of their songs. Musically they blended early progressive rock with elements of Eastern music, and their debut In Blissful Companyremains a very representative example of their sound. Much like the Grateful Dead, the on-stage performances were a vital and energizing experience and much cherished by a large following in Britain." Tapestry label, gatefold sleeve, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

RAYNE- Same, USA 1979- 450 numbered / heavy sleeve / 180 gram pressing / engraved artwork / insert- Frank Saucier and his 3 brothers formed Rayne in 1977, located in the New Orleans suburbia. They have recorded the album with good home equipment with no overdubs. The original album (the black album as they called it) was only pressed 300 times and during a moment of frustration they took a box of the album and shot them with a shotgun. So not many left to sell. The music is first class psych rock, strong compositions, great guitars & vocals, just everything right, something you would expect from a band located in New Orleans. Southern spirit and the tough guys don't dance thing, they play music instead. Shadoks SEALED; 44.-

LA REVOLUCION DE EMILIANO ZAPATA- Finally available on vinyl this is the ace second album from 1972 by the little known Mexican band. Superb late sixties trippy psychedelia with male/female vocals and some killer lead guitar. Beautiful Gatefold sleeve with wonderful psych cover art. 26.-

SKIP BIFFERTY- Same- Originally issued in 1967. "Skip Bifferty might not exactly have been the Rolling Stones but they could have given the Idle Race or the Creation a run for their money. 'Guru' is the trippiest number here, a tabla-laden piece of minimalist psychedelia that's all voices chanting and pounding percussion, and it works. In all, it's cheerful psychedelia with a hard edge and some great virtuoso playing, pleasingly heavy guitar, soaring choruses, and eerie psych-pop lyrics evoking variant states of mind, somewhat akin to Pink Floyd's early singles laced with the kind of heavy edge that the Creation brought to the genre." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

SHARK MOVE Indonesia PROG Psych SHADOKS LP

SHARK MOVE- Chede Chokra's, Indonesia 1970- 450 numbered / heavy sleeve / 180 gram pressing / insert- Shark Move started playing in Bandung, Indonesia in 1970 and was founded by Benny Soebardja who play lead guitar and sings. Shark Move is one of the Indonesian rock pioneers who combined rock music with traditional harmonies and progressive sounds. Some songs on this LP using English lyrics, while other bands at that time where still playing sweet music, this is really an experimental recording. Unfortunately at the end of 1970 the keyboard player passed away so Benny decided not to continue with his band and formed a new on named Giant Step. A very complex prog album which is as strong as many good UK albums of the same period but it has this little extra which makes this album unique and great. Shadoks SEALED; 45.-

STONE CIRCUS- Same- Originally issued in 1969. "An obscure bit of psychedelic pop issued briefly at the end of the '60s, this one has a tighter groove and hipper sound than most of its contemporaries! The Stone Circus may have only left this one album behind in their career, but it's a plenty great one, and shows the group to be extremely focused and polished, with a highly rhythmic, and even a bit funky sound! Already known as The Funky Farm, the music they do here is a tight blend of basslines, snapping drums, organ, and guitar with bits of vibes thrown into the mix at a few especially great points in the set. Tracks are mostly originals -- done with a bit of fuzz at times -- with clever lyrics and titles." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

STRAWBS- Same- Strawbs started in the late '60s as an acoustic folk-band. The album they initially put together was a pop masterpiece -- the label, however, thought they'd signed progressive folkies rather than pop hopefuls, and, despite having spent large wedges of cash already, Cousins and co. were asked to return to the studio to replace some of the more pop-oriented material with more appropriate folk-based material, which they did. The second sessions also produced Cousins' epic The Battle, a sign of things to come. The album as released received critical acclaim, though not commercial success." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies, gatefold sleeve. 18.-

BOB SMITH- The Visit was recorded in 1970 in L.A. and it redefined the existing borders of the psychedelic movement, resulting in obscure and complex songs with mindblowing instrumentation and depth. Not really a solo album at all, as Smith is backed by eight very capable musicians. Much of the music is instrumental, achieving a mystical and 'psychedelic' atmosphere, although there are a few more mainstream tracks and some nice bluesy guitar work in places. The original pressing (especially with the amazing psychedelic poster) has skyrocketed in value in recent years. Another significant collectable from the California rock scene that will interest many." Tapestry Label, limited edition of 1000 copies, gatefold sleeve, with poster insert. 30.-

SAVAGE RESURRECTION- The Savage Resurrection, a West Coast psychedelic band in the late 1960s, left this album only, full of Hendrix obsession. The members were from two West Coast local groups, Button Willow and Whatever's Right. And this is one of the greatest (typical) heavy psych (and garage) sounds ever recorded in the 1960s. Based on the R&B manner, brilliant twin guitar sounds spark, while experimental echoes and sound effects make for sound, amazing acid-rock." 180 gram virgin vinyl. Limited to 1000 copies. 18.-

SOUND FACTORY- same- Amazing Hard Psych. Rarer than Spectrum. A real beauty. Lots of covers but soo good. Beside Modulo & Spectrum the hottest item from Brazil. The guitar sound screams like hell. Very few known original copies. If you want to hear a real acid Psych version of "Crossroads", "Can´t Find My Way Home" or "Whithering Tree", this one is for you. Last copy available! SEALED; 75.-

LES TEMPS HEUREUX - En ces jours- "Les Temps Heureux" made only a tiny demo pressing in 1972, France. This is great acid folk with poetry lyrics, loner vibes, Psychedelic guitars &well crafted songs. 4 guys hanging out night by night to create their first album in a basement studio following their one and only ambition. This album is very special and became instantly one of the real musical surprises for us. It beats most UK albums of the same style.
They must have had really happy times in those days, very creative times full of aspiration.
Comes highly recommended. Forget locating an original! SEALED MINT; 40.-

Terje jesper Joachim Denmark Psych SHADOKS LP

TERJE JESPER og JOACHIM- Same, DENMARK 1970 -450 numbered / glossy heavy sleeve / 180 gram pressing / insert- Terje Bandholdt on drums, Jesper Schmidt on guitar and Joachim Ussing on bass recorded this album in 1970 for famous Spectator Records in Denmark (Moses / Blues Addicts / Days).
For the first time reissued in original cover plus insert with many photos and band-story, this amazing heavy psych album beats most releases from Denmark, in quality and rarity.
Massive guitar action all over, great heavy vocals and pumping rhythms lifts this album out of there grooves. Beside Moses the best heavy psych album from Northern Europe. SEALED SHADOKS ; 44.-

UGANDA- Akira Ishikawa, the drummer/composer of the project UGANDA went to Africa to study music from the African Masia tribe...and smoking grass. Back in his homeland of Japan he recorded this album in quadraphonic sound together with Kimio Mitzutani and assorted other freaks. Kimio Mizutani, who played a true outstanding distorted wah-wah fest, is backed by tribal African rhythm here. Along with "Ceremony" this is highly desirable Japanese heavy psych. Still completely unknown, this album, with its berzerk fuzz guitar, beats most other Japanese psychedelic rarities. Limited edition of 400 numbered copies with insert pressed on 180 gram vinyl and housed in a thick card sleeve with copy of the original obi strip. MINT SEALED; 60.-

WALFLOWER COMPLEXTION- De luxe & OOP 2 LP set of fantastic raw garage psych reissued on Four Little Indians (pre shadoks) long sold out! Nice bulky gatefold cover. M-/M- ; 75.-

THE WITCH- Lazy Bones- ZAMBIA Afro Psych with lots of Fuzz Guitar!- If bands from Nigeria such as Blo and Ofege and bands from Zambia such as Rikki Ililonga and Chrissy Zebby are all traveling on the psychedelic highway at 100 mph, the Witch overtakes them with 120. On the cover we can read: if you're feeling depressed, low, disturbed, out-of-sorts, sad, frustrated or widely demented, then folks, we suggest you seek out a quiet place, indulge in some soothing meditation and cut away that headache by listening to this inspirational album. Shadoks SEALED; 75.-

WEB- Theraposa Blondi- It all started back in 1967 when the musicians Lennie Wright, Kenny Beveridge, Tom Harris, Tony Edwards and John Eaton moved to London and started a band they gave a rather hopeless name: John L. Watson and The Web. Watson was an American singer who had joined the band. The year after, the band wisely changed their name to just The Web, and recorded their first album called Fully Interlocking. This is the follow-up Theraphosa Blondi and has some greatly listenable moments, showing a band deep into the current of post-pop progressive rock music." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

FATHER YOD (YA HO WA 13)- Expansion- OOP Swordfish reissue, Starts as Van Morrison on Acid like singing, with piano, organ, drums (by JJ Light, the Native American protégé of the West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band's Bob Markley). Odd and in moments stretched, with weird electric guitar solos. Also, quiet passages with Pink Floydesque mood (piano and organ,..). An abnormality for its first side, but beautiful unique psychedelic weirdness at side 2, with flute, weird whistling, beautiful backing voice noises. And Father Yod who goes out of his mind again. Crazy electric guitar/piano accompanies the most weird moments. This side is very crazy, but still structured from within. Recommended for its highlighting power. M-/M-; 35.-

FATHER YOD (YA HO WA 13)- Yodship- OOP Swordfish reissue- Limited to 300 copies only, Infinity driven hippie folk in memory of Yahowa, with its moments.
"The mysterious "Yodship" in the late 70's by unnamed family members, features two untitled suites in praise of Yod, which are eerily remniscent of music by other cults, like the Manson Family, The Jonestown Choir, Spirit in the Flesh, Sun Ra's Arkestra etc. The funaral rite for a dream, its edge of depressive menace gives it a very high rate on the loner folk-psych scale."

In some way it's like music from Yahowa's mourning sheep, from children crying for their father" I wonder now if a great personality replacing the Power of Father could provide adultery to any followers when such person disappears and with him his power to concentrate renewing inventive creation. Can a leadership, not only for the moment of its creation, could ever provide spiritual adultery for worshippers of creative energy after a process of chance shortly occuring ? M-/M-; 35.-

YA HO WA 13- I’m gonna take you home- OOP Swordfish reissue, Originally a double LP.
Great electric guitar playing. This is Yahowa's group at its best, and my favourite album. Yahowa plays the big drum (smoothly changing the rhythm at one point),screams a bit savage-like. Recommended. "Five long, untitled tracks of flipped guitar psych represent their most thorough integration of vocals and music. At its best, Yahowa's vocals incorporate all the sounds of a barnyard revolution while the guitarist destroys himself" M-/M-; 35.-

YA HO WA 13- To the principles for the children- OOP Swordfish reissue, At the end of 1974 The Source sold their restaurant and moved to Hawaii. There they went looking for paradise only to encounter hostile locals who were reluctant to rent out a pad for Yahowa and his 13 wives, forcing them to temporarily retreat to Northern California. But they eventually reconfigured themselves and returned to Hawaii for a final fractious stand. "To the Principles, for the children" dates from this period and the tension shows. Its two long tracks are broken into untitled fragments, one of them an ode to "woman power" worthy of Helen Reddy. More frequently Yahowa locks into heaven chant mode, surrounded by instrumental rings that recall The Magic Band of "Abba Zabba". Very possibly, this album explains a great deal of the Father's philosophy-that is, if you can make out the words, of which there are many. By way of compensation the ensemble seamlessly blends effects and percussion, and when the kids'chorus of "Yahowa" starts up at the end you'll know you've already been somewhere. " M-/M-; 35.-

YA HO WHA- Operetta-

"The psychedelic find of the decade-their long-lost final magnum opus. Rumoured to exist for years-often put down as just rumour though. Here it is, unearthed from tapes thought lost forever but now found after nearly 30 years. The first thing to be released from Ya Ho Wha 13 since 1975. In the spring of 1975 the Family was homeless and was travelling on the West Coast after having been driven out of Hawaii by local laws (they would return later that year for what would be the final time with Father). Ya Ho Wha had taken a spontaneous journey to the East which had culminated in his initiation in the Great Pyramid of Egypt on Easter Sunday. Upon his return to the San Francisco area a warehouse in Corte Madeira was rented for the Family to gather for their Aquarian style morning meditations and meetings to greet the dawn. This is where The Operetta came down. It represents the first musical channelling from the time after Ya Ho Wha's Easter Resurrection in the Great Pyramid (returning transformed) and the last total musical recording he would make with the band. The 6 pieces which make up The Operetta form the culmination of all the YaHoWhan recordings -- thunderous percussion, massive psychedelic guitar swirlings are all vying for space with Ya Ho Wha's spontaneous chanting in this intense journey into inner self. The final and most awesome of all their creations. A strictly limited edition 2 LP set presented in a gatefold cover featuring previously unseen photographs from the Family's personal archives, it comes with an insert featuring a transcription of Ya Ho Wha's thoughts and comments on the piece when he heard the tapes played back to him shortly after they were recorded. One off pressing -- this is destined to become as rare as the Higherkey originals." 45.-

ZAKARRIAS- The only album by the British band Zakarrias is an overlooked treasure of the early '70s UK rock scene. Almost no information about the band's history is available, but their lone LP is now considered one of the rarest releases of the period (along with Mellow Candle's Swaddling Songs album.) Released in 1971, the eponymous LP by Zakarrias presented their highly unusual blend of psych, folk, hard rock and blues, which benefited from diverse arrangements and clever, romantic lyrics. Zakarrias himself was an exceptionally talented songwriter and arranger, also." Tapestry label, limited edition of 1000 copies. 18.-

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