Mandalaband - Mandalaband (Expanded Edition)

Mandalaband began life in the early 1970's, gaining cult status as one of the most forward-thinking prog outfts of the time The brainchild of David Rohl, who formed a lineup featuring future Sad Cafe members Vic Emerson (keyboards), Ashley Mulford (guitars), John Stimpson (bass guitar and backing vocals), Tony Cresswell (drums) and vocalist Dave Durant. Mandalaband received critical acclaim with legendary BBC radio presenter John Peel playing the entire album on his show before promptly re-broadcasting the whole thing immediately after. Unfortunately, at the time, this didn't translate to sales and Mandalaband fell into obscurity. However, with the advent of the internet, their legend grew, exciting a new generation of prog fans. We are now pleased to make these recordings available again and offer a chance to dig into some of the most interesting progressive music of the '70s. As well as presenting the original album remastered, David gained access to the original 24- track analogue master tapes, having them restored and digitised at Abbey Road Studios before reinforcing the sound and instrumentation before remixing the entire album. Nearly ffty years on, a veil of sonic mist has been lifted from these unique recordings. Format:2LP 180g gatefold edition featuring the original album and David Rohl 2024 remix of entire album, both remastered at AIR Mastering, with rare bonus track. Includes newly written liner notes. Tracks: Om Mani Padme Hum (in four movements) / Determination / Song For A King / Roof Of The World / Looking In / Om Mani Padme Hum (in four movements) / Determination / Song For A King / Roof Of The World / Looking In / Looking In (Live Studio Audition)

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