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Glastonbury and Elsewhere [ CD / Album Digipak ]

Glastonbury and Elsewhere

SKU: CD112801 Barcode: 0752725045223
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  • Released Date: 20 Jan 2023

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Riding high on a wave of experimentalism and sheer musical dexterity, Henry Cow's "Glastonbury and Elsewhere" is a mind-bending journey through the outer reaches of avant-garde rock. From the moment the needle hits the vinyl, you're transported to a sonic landscape that defies convention and embraces chaos with open arms. The band's intricate compositions twist and turn like a musical rollercoaster, taking you on a wild ride through a kaleidoscope of sounds and textures. Tracks like "Beautiful as the Moon," with its haunting melodies and angular rhythms, showcase the band's ability to create music that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. Meanwhile, "Ruins" is a masterclass in controlled chaos, with layers of dissonance and discord weaving in and out of each other with breathtaking precision. But it's not all high-brow musical experimentation – there's a playful sense of humour running through the album, with quirky interludes and unexpected bursts of whimsy keeping things light and entertaining. In the end, "Glastonbury and Elsewhere" is a testament to Henry Cow's uncompromising vision and fearless creativity. This is music that demands your attention, challenges your preconceptions, and ultimately rewards you with a listening experience like no other. So buckle up, dear reader, and prepare to be taken on a musical odyssey unlike anything you've ever experienced before.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Poglith Drives a Vauxhall Viva (Glastonbury Fayre, 1972)
2. Half Asleep, Half Away - Run Through Extract (Oxfordshire, 1973)
3. The Road to Ruins (Chaumont, Salles De Fetes, 1976)
4. The Lions of Desire (France Unknown Venue, 1977)
5. Untitled (Bilbao Teatro S. Vincente, 1977)

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