1969 UK VERTIGO "SWIRL "CHAPTER THREE VOL. 1" MANFRED MANN EXOTIC PROG PSYCH
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ORIGINAL BRITISH =VERTIGO SWIRL= 1969 FIRST PRESS ..|/\|...............................................|/\|..
MANFRED MANN CHAPTER THREE
VOLUME ONE
..|/\|...............................................|/\|.. UK - SWIRL VERTIGO - 6360 - 112Original 1969 first print SWIRL VERTIGO in colorful gatefold cover!
... really-good LP, surprisingly so, when talking about the best releases on the sought early 1970's "VERTIGO" UK-SWIRL label!!
Absoluetly 1970 UK pnderground UK progressive loaded with a unique sound, see the notes bellow:
Oh and by the way, MINT copies of this LP on the hiighly scarce UK Vertigo issue of this LP valued on this side of $200+ - Identical to the sound of this pressing, with different art cover. A chance for one to get an affordable copy - so necessary - fabulous infectious melodies infused by psych/prog complexities !!
Manfred Mann Chapter III was formed in England in 1969 after the break up of Manfred Mann famous for their chart topping pop hits throughout the 1960s. Manfred Mann's Chapter III had a more Progressive appearance and moved away from their Pop roots.
The band was formed by South African born Manfred Mann on Keyboards, Mike Hugg on Keyboards & Vocals, Steve York on Bass, Bernie Living on Saxophone , Brian Hugg on Acoustic Guitar and Craig Collinge on Drums. Manfred Mann's Chapter III turned their backs on three minute Pop singles and light hearted songs to develop a more Jazz and Progressive sound often had lengthy tracks with solos.
Manfred Mann's Chapter III only recorded Mike Hugg or Manfred Mann compositions this was deliberate to avoid lead guitar. Sadly for Manfred Mann's Chapter 3 the band had unsuccessful record sales and paid the price for this and unfortunate for Manfred Mann's Chapter III they had disbanded late in 1970. During the period they had released two studio albums the debut album was self titled "Chapter III - Volume 1" released in 1969 and "Volume 2" released in 1970.
Manfred Mann’s Chapter 3 was this band’s third lineup formed around late 1968/early 1969. Mann had taken in bassist Steve York from the legendary progressive psychedelic band East of Eden. It was the start of something new and fresh, a total departure from the blues-rock and psych pop lineups of the mid to late 60’s.
Each Manfred Mann lineup has at least one classic record on offer but Volume 1 is unique even within these ranks. Volume 1 was something that Mike Hugg and Mann had wanted to do for sometime but feared the possibility of a commercial failure. Hugg handles most of the lead vocals on a record that I’ve heard described by some as a darker version of Traffic circa 1969. The sound is very progressive, peppered with complex arrangements and very infectious melodies interwoven with skilled solos, ala Hammond organ, a slow stoned ambience, creative arrangements and Hugg’s quite original although bizarre vocals. Mister You’re A Better Man Than I, the original version, finally makes an appearance, in a slow jazzy build up that’s a definite highlight. Totally different than the Yardbirds’ masterpiece of the mid 60’s, it’s superb and worth your time.
Other songs like the brilliant Devil Woman fall in between the exotic and avant-garde with strange percussion, a demented Mike Hugg, sound effects, and soaring backup vocals. Sometimes and One Way Glass are the most pop oriented of the bunch but are dreamy jazz inflected gems. We would have to give this album one of the highest possible ratings for early progressive rock (1969) because of the musicianship, originality, and overall downer mood. Chapter 3 released one other solid record in 1970 available within our listings right now.
Travelling Lady
Snakeskin Garter
Konekuf
Sometimes
Devil Woman
Time
One Way Glass
Mister You're A Better Man Than I
Ain't It Sad
A Study In Inaccuracy
Where Am I Going
CONDITION: The cover: rated: ("EX)"excellent") with fresh appearance ... the legendary British VERTIGO "dolls" GATEFOLD cover is solid: There are no delete marks, no split seams, no bends, and no writing ...
The vinyl: Rated: visually about VG++ few minor scuffs only are visible (not scratched up by ANY means)...however when we played the LP, it was far less than VG++ audio wise as noticeable little surface areas were present throughout... Still this is a Big VERTIGO SWIRL artifact ... Both UK Swirl VERTIGO labels are clean!
SEE: SELLERS OTher items for similar cool sounds for "head" people... EFFICIENT/CAREFUL GRADING All imperfections are noted both cover & record NOTE: All Items backed by money back guarantee! IF you have a problem PLEASE let us solve for you BEFORE leaving ANY negative feedback. Thanks! GRADING SCALE: M, M-, EX, VG++,VG+, VG, VG- M Completely clean, no marks M- Carefully used, looks clean, plays clean, shiny gloss, no marks EX Faint scuff or superficial mark, near M-, high gloss, plays clean VG++ Glossy with minimal scuffing or light mark playing very nice, clean VG+ a bit more scuff or markls still plays well with very minimal surface at worse VG more marks/scratches only minor, nothing deep, no loud clicks or pops this grade is abused by many, VG here does not mean "trashed" VG- surface noise present, will not have skips or jumps ALL PAYMENTS SHOULD BE MADE WITHIN 5 DAYS Of AUCTIONS END BIDDERS PLEASE = Do Not Bid If You Are Not Serious About Following Through The Transaction! ALL ITEMS GUARANTEED FOR WINNING BID - LESS SHIPPING!
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