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    Posted: July 28 2007 at 09:29
Originally posted by Walker Walker wrote:

rockrevulutionrecords.com has it in stock. the only problem is the site is in french and the translater in my web browser won't translate it for some reason. It will cost about $35 US, but I can't buy it because I can't register! Cry 
 
Oh well.... I'll just have to be satisfied for now with the one I have.
 
 
EDIT: OK, I wasn't satisfied for very long LOL. I plowed through the registration page (in french) and got myself registered (I think). They took my credit card number, so I must have done something right. At the end end I got this message:
 
Paiement realise avec succes
Merci de votre confiance
 
I am taking this to mean I completed the purchase! Big%20smile
 
If this site terms out to be a scam I will be Angry and Embarrassed!
 
Anyone out there have any experience with rockrevolutionrecords.com? I guess I should have asked this BEFORE giving them my card number! Ermm
 
 
 
 


Never used them myself... but there is always a first time.

I'll be visiting them today and ordering it as well. 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 27 2007 at 19:12
rockrevulutionrecords.com has it in stock. the only problem is the site is in french and the translater in my web browser won't translate it for some reason. It will cost about $35 US, but I can't buy it because I can't register! Cry 
 
Oh well.... I'll just have to be satisfied for now with the one I have.
 
 
EDIT: OK, I wasn't satisfied for very long LOL. I plowed through the registration page (in french) and got myself registered (I think). They took my credit card number, so I must have done something right. At the end end I got this message:
 
Paiement realise avec succes
Merci de votre confiance
 
I am taking this to mean I completed the purchase! Big%20smile
 
If this site terms out to be a scam I will be Angry and Embarrassed!
 
Anyone out there have any experience with rockrevolutionrecords.com? I guess I should have asked this BEFORE giving them my card number! Ermm
 
 
 
 


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 27 2007 at 18:55
Thanks Andrea! Unfortunately neither one has it. I did find a listing at lpcdreissues.com however they did not have it in stock.
 
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Label: Akarma

Status: Out of stock at source

Genre: Progressive

Ref: AK1023CD

Price €13,20 - $17.42

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Originally released in 1971 on RiFi. Their only album was a conceptual work dealing with criminality and the mafia. A good Italian progressive combo (including Ares Tavolazzi of Area and Vince Tempera). Featuring a bonus track. Free poster.

 
The Akarma CD has the work broken up into individual tracks and also has a bonus track at the end. I did find a used one for sale at Amazon.com, but the guy has it listed for $170 and I'm not paying that. Ebay did not have one. I'll keep you posted!
 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 27 2007 at 14:35

Well, it could be very difficult to find, anyway try this links...

 
 
 
 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 27 2007 at 14:10
No, no, that won't be necessary, but thanks. I am relieved to hear that the second part is the same. I would be interested in investigating the other version further, though. From what I gather it was released on Akarma? Do you know of a website selling the Akarma CD? BTF only has the version I already own.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 27 2007 at 13:33
Originally posted by Walker Walker wrote:

^ Yes, it was very useful, thanks! Only, my initial question remains. Are the differences between the 2 versions enough to justify seeking out a copy of the longer version? From the quote posted by Micky above, it seems like their would be many differences.
(more 'tron!) Where can I buy this other version and be sure that I'm not getting something that I already have?
 
 
The second part is the same... There are some differences in the first part... The original one has richer arrangements and less recitative vocal parts... If you are not a completionist I think that the copy you own is enough... In an old thread I posted the full translation of the lyrics (I asked permission to btf to use it in the forum). If you need it I can post it again... 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 27 2007 at 07:13
^ Yes, it was very useful, thanks! Only, my initial question remains. Are the differences between the 2 versions enough to justify seeking out a copy of the longer version? From the quote posted by Micky above, it seems like their would be many differences.
(more 'tron!) Where can I buy this other version and be sure that I'm not getting something that I already have?
 


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 27 2007 at 00:48
I wrote a long review of the album... I hope it could be useful for you...
 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 22:41
(groan) .. I was afraid of that. I wonder how one goes about finding the other version?
The description of the music sounds like we have the demo version music with the album version liner notes Confused.
 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 22:29
Originally posted by Walker Walker wrote:

I will enjoy my CD while I wait. Along with Alphataurus S/T, which is my newest purchase. Approve

 


awesome Clap ...

but I am confused as HELL ... hahhah read this from GEPR.... we HAVE the version that has Largo Iniziale according to our liner notes...

looks like I am keeping this one...and getting another hahahha

The most intriguing aspect of Terra in Bocca is the fact that it exists in two distinct versions. The 1989 CD version by Vinyl Magic (VM 013) is taken from a demo mix that apparently even saw a cassette-only release before the actual LP came out. About two minutes shorter than the LP version, this version lacks a couple of sections (e.g. the instrumental overture "Largo iniziale") and has sparser arrangements, with less Mellotron and studio effects (e.g. none of the weird English rant on "Plim plim" or the whispering interlude on "Allegro per niente"). The lighter sound reveals the pop roots of many sections clearer, yet in a way is also more lyrical at places, with naked melodies shining more brightly without layers of roaring guitars or electronic treatments trying to prop them to quasi-Wagnerian heights. Some of the solos are different as well, as is the order in which the themes are presented, and there even seems to be a few verses and bits of music that are not present on the latter version. So while I prefer the Akarma version, this is not without value, as a curiosity if nothing else. Note that all other CD versions, including Vinyl Magic's identically-numbered 1993 edition, are based on the LP version, though unlike Akarma's version, they have no bonus track and do not subdivide the original LP sides into shorter tracks.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 22:12

I will enjoy my CD while I wait. Along with Alphataurus S/T, which is my newest purchase. Approve

 


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 22:09
Originally posted by Walker Walker wrote:

You know someone who has an original vinyl! Shocked


I think I do..... he's got a bunch hahhaha. Should have that one.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 22:06
You know someone who has an original vinyl! Shocked
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 22:03
Originally posted by Walker Walker wrote:

Thanks. It will be interesting to see what he has to say. If it was wasn't for the disc length, I'd be sure I had the original version. Did you notice the timings on the album page? Each part is 23min unlike the version we have. I suspect that the timings are wong and maybe the demo version is acually 46min and the album is 44min. That would explain all.


I actually thought that as well... not to mention vinyl magic is a reputable company... I couldn't see them putting out a demo copy... as the latest (2000) CD release of the album Confused


it would explain all LOL I do love a good mystery hahha

actually.... I know who to ask....  someone who has ..the original vinyl album.LOL I'll get back to you on this.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 21:53
Thanks. It will be interesting to see what he has to say. If it was wasn't for the disc length, I'd be sure I had the original version. Did you notice the timings on the album page? Each part is 23min unlike the version we have. I suspect that the timings are wong and maybe the demo version is acually 46min and the album is 44min. That would explain all.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 21:51
I see where the info came from.....www.italianprog.com
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 21:44
fascinating....

Recently "Terra in bocca" has been reissued by Akarma on vinyl, and this reissue also includes a song from their last single. You can find two different re-released versions on Vinyl Magic CD of Terra in bocca: the first one was released in 1989 and it is curiously different from the original LP (total length is 44:11 minutes), probably coming from a demo tape. This first reissue also includes a miniature reproduction of the original poster. A second version was released in 1993 (almost identical to the first in the CD cover, 46:44 minutes length, and probably taken from the original masters). This one doesn't include the mini-poster.

checked my copy of it....I have the same as you.  Rest assured we'll get to the bottom of this.  If there is a better...and longer version... damnit... I want it hahhahah.  Funny thing is...  we have the latest CD version of it. 

so why would the 2000 version go back to version issued in 89 as opposed to the version in 93.

Thanks Walker...   bringing this to Andrea's attention and we'll see what he has to say.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 21:35
Originally posted by Walker Walker wrote:

I got the info right here in the Archives... go to the album page and you will see.


sh*t....  serves me right for not reading our own site hahhaha.. 

looking now...
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 21:35
Let me add, that based on everything I have seen and heard, the CD I have *should* be an exact replica of the original album, exzcept for the fact that its only 44 minutes long.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 26 2007 at 21:31
I got the info right here in the Archives... go to the album page and you will see.
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