Catharsis (Masq). 1971 France

Catharsis' debut is like an imaginary instrumental psychedelic soundtrack album, with wordless female vocals. 1969 Pink Floyd plays a huge role in their sound at this point in their career. It's mostly atmospheric, and doesn't offer much detail for the attentive listener. However, as background music while driving, it more than serves its purpose. 'Tunnel Extatique' is certainly the highlight of the four track set.

Ownership: CD: 1990 Griffe. Includes Les Chevrons. The title is a bit misleading because it indicates that you are also receiving the 3rd album - an EP called '32 Mars'. This is not the case. Rather you receive 3 singles, including the aforementioned 'Masq', in addition to the single edit version of 'Les Chevrons' and, of course, '32 Mars'.

The album was originally released without a title. Masq was appended on the 1975 reissue based on the single release being a minor hit. My first copy was the LP but I decided to move it out.

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