Iconoclasta were probably Mexico's #1 progressive rock export in the 1980s and a big part of the style's revival in that country. The EP was released three months ahead of the LP proper, and features traditional instruments and melodies among the usual rock instrumentation. I would like to call out guitarist Ricardo Ortegon, who puts in an exceptional performance on both these albums. '7:19' adds flute with fine results. There's also the requisite "side long" track that allows the instrumentalists to shine with longer solo sections, including guest saxophone. Iconoclastic has a distinct 80s compressed sound, that is all their own.
Art Sublime was a pioneer of the LP-jacket-CD release. This is a concept that never caught on, and that's a pity. While I love the Japanese mini-LP, which is a perfect miniature of the original LP - these LP jacket reissues were the real thing, but with a specially made insert that cradled the CD. Sort of the difference between O Gauge and HO I guess. If you wanted the CD for car / portable use, you could always stick it in a slim case, or any generic sleeve. Other than close partner Syn-Phonic, no one else gave the format much notice, and the concept went extinct.
Ownership: 1991 Art Sublime (CD). LP sized sleeve as noted above. Comes with a full sized two page (front and back) fold out insert, with a lengthy discussion around the LP sized jacket (in English and Spanish). Also features a beautiful black and white surreal sketching. The gatefold inner features the original cover art for Suite Mexicana as well as a brief history of the band (also in English and Spanish). Acquired in 1991.
First copy: 1987 Discos Rosenbach (LP). Acquired in 1988.
1988; 1991; 6/21/10 (review); 10/14/23
Also own: Iconoclasta (1983); Reminiscencias
Previously owned: Adolescencia Cronica; En Busca de Sentido
6/21/10 (new entry)
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