MacArthur - II. 1982 USA-Michigan

Recorded between 1977 and 1982, the music on MacArthur II is remarkably similar to the debut, and not a surprise given the time frame. Except II is even better, thought out, and more mature. By 1982, this kind of music here in America was extinct, so it's always fun to see an album like MacArthur II appear on the landscape. Primo-era late 70s Rush remains the primary influence, though there's a distinct space rock jam element this time, which is even more unusual for the time.

Ownership: LP: 1982 private. Single sleeve. Acquired from a friend (2017).

This album remains without a reissue (6/17/24).

1/29/17 (new entry)