Aphelandra is an archival release of Philippe Grancher's prog band recorded near the time of 3000 Miles Away. Features his friend Cyrille Verdeaux as a guest, along with Didier Lockwood, though their presence is not very apparent. There are some similarities to Clearlight, but without the space rock elements. Mostly it's a classical oriented work, with light rock elements. Reminds me most of the equally obscure Noetra, that also received an archival release. It's only on the second track 'Belladonne' that we hear the band rock out, and more of that trait would have been welcome. There are some incidental bits as well, which indicates this was an unfinished work. Very good on the whole, represents excellent history, but is debatable if it's essential.
Ownership:
1/2/19; 1/16/22 (new entry); 7/4/22 (removed CD)
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