Pell Mell's debut is representative of the heavy prog movement rolling through Germany during the early 70s. While many groups were exploring various realms of Krautrock, or going for the jugular with a particularly acute hard rock, there were others that incorporated progressive rock motifs. Marburg is one such album, and recalls the recently reported Sahara Sunrise, along with Eloy's Inside / Floating, and Metropolis' sole album as but a few examples. The copious use of violin adds Hoelderlin to the mix. 5 long tracks, filled to the brim with heavy guitar/organ instrumental work and strong compositions. Pretty much a can't miss item if all these ingredients sound good to you.
Ownership: LP: 1972 Bacillus. Single sleeve first pressing "unboxed Bellaphon". Acquired online in 2015, and this is the first time for me to hear this copy. The first version I bought was the purple Bellaphon label released in the late 70's likely. Bought that new from a UK mail order dealer in 1990 and was replaced by this.
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