On the surface, it would seem The Human Beast's sole album to be typical of the era, given the guitar-bass-drums trio format. But these guys aren’t Cream plagiarists, nor did they go the Led Zeppelin, Ashkan, Elias Hulk psychedelic power variation of the blues. No, we’re moving towards the freaky, to the astral zone of Clear Blue Sky, but even beyond. The lyrical concept and overall acid feel gives the feeling that Vangelis may have stumbled onto the album before launching into 666 for his Aphrodite’s Child group. And yes, I’m sure Human Beast digested plenty of Saucerful of Secrets and Ummagumma before heading into the studio. One of the most creative of the UK power trios, no doubt.
Ownership: CD: 2007 Decca (Japan). Papersleeve. Acquired new upon release. This was my introduction to the album.
LP: 2008 Sunbeam. Gatefold with historical liner notes. A mint UK original can set you back 4 figures (one sold recently for over $2,000), so that's a tough option. I'm up for trying to get the German original though.
7/21/07; 3/7/10 (new entry); 9/14/23
7/21/07; 3/7/10 (new entry); 9/14/23
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