Area - Maledetti. LP. (Arkarma - AK 1009) Much loved 1976 album from Italy's premier progressive rock outfit Area. Utilising jazz, orchestral arrangements and avant-garde jazz rock that sounds in places like Zappa, John McLaughlin and Soft Machine, this is arguably their most accomplished work and represents a landmark in Italian prog rock. Imagine if Frank Zappa had grown up in Canterbury! Released on Akarma with two bonus tracks. Exact heavy gatefold reissue with insert on 180 gram vinyl…

Atomic Rooster - Made In England. LP. (Arkarma - AK177 LP) Originally released in 1972, Rooster now boasted rock legend Chris Farlowe on lead vocals. Not as heavy as previous offerings, this album saw the band experimenting with different progressive musical styles that were always interesting. Packaged in superb heavy duty gatefold sleeve and pressed on 180 gram vinyl.

Blue Cheer - Vincebus Eruptum. LP. (Arkarma - AK 011) Get your volume controls cranked up, for this is where hard rock, acid rock and stoner rock began. Named after a brand of LSD this band melted brains. This the debut from 1968 contains the classic cuts "Summertime Blues", "Rock Me Baby" and "Parchment Farm" the massive 7 minute "Second Time Around" and 2 more.

Children Of One - Children Of One. CD. (Arkarma - AD534) Children Of One’s sole album was release towards the end of the ‘60s. A very rare and rather obscure psych-rock delice for avid fans, it’s heavily influenced by the so-called Eastern trend.This quartet from New York picked several typical indian instruments like sitar, tablas and others.Improvisation is largely present in their songs and overall the felling is that of a really forgotten gem that ranks up there with the best productions of that era.Richly packaged in the new Akarma DeLuxe line with stunning quality re-mastering

Christmas - Heritage. LP. (Arkarma - AK 355) 180 gram vinyl pressing of the second album from the Canadian psychedelic rockers, released in 1970. An underground favourite in Europe, this was their last effort, released six months after their self titled debut. Ten track LP, a savage combination of heavy prog, psychedelia and folk rock. Highlights include the ten minute epic "April Mountain", "Rise Up" and the absolutely mammoth thirteen minute "Zephyr Song" .Thick card gatefold sleeve that re-creates the original sleeve exactly.

Cressida - Asylum. CD. (Arkarma - AK 229) The UK progressive bands second album, this lush 1971 effort concentrates on some excellent instrumentals with elaborate arrangements and great keyboard and guitar interplay. The vocal style is at times surprisingly folky,and the guitar style clean. Featuring highlight tracks like "Munich", "Lisa" and the magnificent "Let Them Come When They Will". True progressive rock without the overblown pomposity of hobbits and elves of later years.Really nice extra thick styled gatefold card sleeve that re-creates the original artwork.

Fort Mudge Memorial Dump - Fort Mudge Memorial Dump. CD. (Arkarma - AK385) Fort Mudge Memorial Dump was a band from Walpole, Massachusetts, that started playing by 1969, gathering a good number of fans. They got filed into the 'Boston Sound', among the Ultimate Spinach, the Beacon Street Union, Orpheus, Tangerine Zoo, ecc. With good technique and better ideas, they recorded a very sought-after LP in which the voice of Caroline Stratton stands out to some Jefferson Airplane affinity. Guitarist Dean Keady, with his jazzy effects, leads the band. This is a very much anticipated release and a sure buy for all collectors.

High Tide - Precious Cargo. CD. (Arkarma - AK 002) A previously unreleased set of rehearsals from 1970, this features the classic High Tide line-up and shows how the interplay between Tony Hill's guitar and the violin of Simon House (later of Hawkwind) could combine to create some staggering electric jamming.Housed in a thick card digi.

Hurdy Gurdy - Hurdy Gurdy. LP. (Arkarma - AK 99224) Heavy vinyl reissue of top quality Danish psych prog from 1971 with English vocals. Ranges from powerful guitar driven tracks through to Sitar drenched chill out's. Of it's type, one of the best Scandinavian albums of the '70s and was originally on a major label!LAST COPY OF THIS DELETED ALBUM.

Jan Dukes De Grey - Sorcerers. CD. (Arkarma - AD532) UK progressive folk-rock outfit debut album from 1970. Filled with weird atmospheric proggy workouts interesting arrangements, obscure lyrics and some memorable melodies most notable on the strange twisted "Dominique". Sounds similar to Comus and Mormos and will certainly appeal to fans of those bands.Housed in a digi sleeve.

Kinks - Live At The Kelvin Hall. LP. (Arkarma - CMHLP012) Recorded in 1967, this concert disc perfectly captures the power, energy and excitement of the bands live shows. Including hits like "Sunny Afternoon," "You Really Got Me" and "Till The End Of The Day," this LP reissue comes in a replica of the original LP sleeve and housed in a PVC sleeve

Lucifer - Lucifer. LP. (Arkarma - AK 044LP) Reissue of rare ($1500!) and heavy garage rock from 1970 by this New York band. Sounding at times like early Grand Funk Railroad and Iron Butterfly it's a storming album with strong guitar work, and tight vocal harmonies. At times the pace is more laid back such as during the excellent version of "Get Together". Overall high quality late '60's rock with a psych edge and all the right guitar moves! Packaged in original sleeve art & 180 gram pressing.

Majic Ship - Complete Authorised Recordings. Dble LP. (Arkarma - AK 084/2) Deleted Akarma release, taken from the master tapes (!!) the whole of this US '60s bands superb psychedelic rock album plus extra tracks, full biog/info and pics. This band were on 'Endless Journey' and their fabulous acid guitar / keyboard soaked version of "Down By The River / For What It's Worth" lasts more than 10 minutes! Stunning thick card gatefold sleeve.

Reign Ghost - Featuring Lynda Squires. CD. (Arkarma - AK 325) This is the second (1970) album of the band with new members after the original line up split right after the first self titled album of 1969 (AK277). Still featuring axeman Bob Bryden and the fabulous Lynda Squires on vocals, this album is even more convincing thanks also to the awesome production. Psychedelic pop at its best.

Reign Ghost - Reign Ghost. LP. (Arkarma - AK 277) 180 gram pressing of the debut (1969) album by the leaders of the Canadian '60s underground psychedelic scene. It's certainly one of the rarest Candian psych albums. Featuring the amazing voice of Lynda Squires and the guitar talents of Bob Bryden (later of Christmas) the band begs comparison with Jefferson Airplane and others of that genre with male female vocals, trippy keyboards and guitar work. A great psych sleeve rounds of the package which is housed in suitably heavy duty card. Plenty of long trippy wig-outs!!- LAST 2 COPIES - NOW DELETED BY AKARMA.

Steamhammer - Reflection (Akarma). LP. (Arkarma - AK234LP) The first Steamhammer album, recorded in 1969. An excellent album of bluesy progressive rock with plenty of West Coast tinged acid guitar, harmonica and vocals that sound very similar to early Jethro Tull. If you like early Tull you will certainly love this. Beautiful thick card gatefold sleeve and heavy duty vinyl!

Steamhammer - Reflection (Arkama). CD. (Arkarma - AK 234) 1968 debut from UK blues/prog band Steamhammer. This album sees the band defining their sound away from the blues and folk circuits of 60s England where most of the band 'cut their musical teeth'. Similar in style to early Tull or Gentle Giant, the technical ability of the band (especially guitarists Martin Quittenton and Martin Pugh) make this a stunning debut..

Uriah Heep - Salisbury. LP. (Arkarma - 41025) Reissue of Heep's album, originally from 1971, by a band who were by then major prog rock players. Their blend of mock-operatic vocals, aggressive guitar riffs and innovative keyboards reaches it's peak, as the 16 minute title track reveals. Original artwork of the first UK pressing, gatefold sleeve, 180 gram vinyl and with a printed inner sleeve, containing liner notes and photos.

Zior - Every Inch A Man. LP. (Arkarma - AK 242) 180 gram thick card LP version of the unreleased second album from the collectable UK progressive rockers. Mainly recorded in 1971, this contains the solid heavy rock - with fine lead guitar - that the band have become known for. On Certain songs Zior used organs,harps & flutes making a variety of progressive/psychedelic inroads which become really noticable on the 6 minute epic 'Angel of the Highway'.

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