MARSUPILAMI

Finally getting around to reviewing MARSUPILAMI's debut after reviewing their second and final album seven years ago. What an incredibly talented band and ahead of their time. They were from the UK but located to The Netherlands after this record became quite popular over there. They broke up after the second release due to poor album sales. A six piece with a designated singer who adds some harmonica on "Born To Be Free". Organ, flute, percussion, bass and guitar round out the sound. Some of the guys add harmonies.

This is sixties sounding at times not so surprisingly being released in 1970. So warm and melodic. No sax like on the second release but man flip a coin over which one is better or do your self a favour and get both. Reminds me of EAST OF EDEN and their two classic releases from this time period that were also complex and adventerous and taking back seats to no band. I love how consistent this is as well as we get five really good tracks worth around 40 minutes of time. They use samples and talk about tempo and mood changes, plenty of both. The singer is great along with the guitarist who changes it up quite a bit. The flute is so warm and melodic as well and the organ often is used as atmosphere but does lead too.

Highly recommended to you fans of early Prog.