Holocaust was a very unusual album coming from Spain during the 70s, in that it lacked any indigenous qualities, whether Mediterranean or Andalusian. Mostly an instrumental rock is presented with a strong space rock backdrop. It's a very subdued release, which meanders along at its own pace. Plenty of fine instrumental work (with light vocals) while no doubt belonging to progressive rock. A little Pink Floyd, some more King Crimson, a touch of Krautrock. It's a smorgasbord of the European sound, something the Spanish seemed to focus on more once the 90s rolled around. In that way, Coto en Pel were forward looking.
Ownership: LP: 1987 Dial. Single sleeve with obi. A gift from a good friend of the UMR (2023). Though pressed in Spain, it was primarily made for the Japanese market which was hot for anything European prog during the 80s. Similar to Cai's debut in that way. The original on Nevada is a gatefold. My first copy was The Laser's Edge CD that I purchased upon release (1991). As I continue to downsize, I can let it go as it offers up nothing else. But for 32 years, it served me well.
1991; 4/8/99; 11/9/17; 7/11/23 (new entry)
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