ELOY-ELOY-

Released in 1971 this album is divider of opinions. Heavily dosed with prog/space/hard rock it´s a pure joy to hear that no borders are unexplored. This outfit origin from Hannover in Germany and fronted by guitarist Frank Bornemann. They don´t fit in the folder as”Krautrock” but yet almost as “Spacerock” like Pink Floyd, King Crimson and Hawkwind.

Their debut album has got Heavy influences of Deep Purple but they give the songs a very personal touch in a good way.

The lyrics are very political thanks to keyboard player Eric Schriever. The message is the same as for example “Something Yellow”, capitalism, smog, death and sorrow….happy thoughts anyone?? The rather cool album cover suggest a litter bin which opens and inside you´ll see……i don´t wanna spoil the surprise so you have to find out yourself… 🙂

What about the drummer, Helmut Dracht? It is almost impossible not to be impressed by prog drummers. Fast Changes in the beat, odd timing, dynamic playing and an overall feeling to follow the other musicians  Here are some things to evaluate further.

This is not an album for nonprog fans, you got to be in the right state of mind to fully enjoy this recording. It helps to indulge a few beers and sing along….

Good reissues is available for a small amount of cash but if you have started to listen to Eloy in more recent albums this one´s not for you. The tendensies to more hard rock sound is unavoidable on more recent albums and to me that´s a little sad. For proglovers this is a goldmine.

VINYLRATING/GRADE

5-OK!-WORTH EXPLORING-