A.F.T.(AUTOMATIC FINE TUNING)

This four peice outfit from UK released this, their sole album, in 1976. This is one of the erliest Hard/Prog/Neoclassical rock records. The brilliant guitar duelling and riff making is one of a kind and perhaps one of history´s most forgotten gems in this genre.

The production is slim but yet fair towards the guitars and vocals. The bass are just at the forefront but not to excessive in the soundframe. This is a really good sounding record and way ahead of it´s time. The comparison to Rush is there but, we do not have the implement of synteziser so this one goes out with the Trophy on pure guitar rock impact. A splendid and most impressive work and an out of this World Discovery.  🙂

Whatabout the drummer, Dave Ball?? As in almost every Prog influenced Group around the World, so does this drummer also own special skills. The striking abilities are a bit laid back but there is a delicat presence in his approach towards the tempo Changes and drive impact. The technical skills is there but not up for display. The hitratio are sensible and performed with care. I do get a much applied and a sense of satisfaction when I hear this fellows skills behind the drumkit. This is impressive work and a great inspiration. Splendid job!!!

So is it a “go getter”?? No, and the short explanation is as follows; this is just for the most dedicated fans of Hard/Prog/Neoclassical rock fans. This is a tough record to enjoy without that Little extra interest in guitarslinging and progressive attitude towards Music. It could easily be explained as an acid trip in the studio but if we do take a serious look at the songwritting, this might be one of historys best albums in the genre. I would recommend potential buyers to have a good listen through the album Before purchase AND, this is perhaps the best reason for purchase,  as with most progressive albums they do tend to grow on you and suddenly you go around whistling to tunes you never ever though excisted. A great task!! Just pure eargasm… 🙂

VINYLRATING/GRADE

-6-GOOD!-WORTH BUYING-