One of the late inning CDRWL items. For whatever reason the LP itself remained elusive from my collection for many years. Alpha Ralpha's sole album is a wonderful, and perhaps pure, example of instrumental symphonic progressive rock. Given the name and cover, there's also an underlying space rock tone. The music has a warmth that was typical of the late 70s French scene, and a sound I find very appealing as I get older. In fact, it's that same type of familiarity you'll hear in newer bands such as Spain's Herba d'Hameli.
Ownership: LP: 1977 Warner Bros. Single sleeve. Online acquisition (2022).
The album still remains without a legit reissue.
4/29/15 (CDRWL); 3/19/22 (LP 3.8); 12/20/23 (new entry)
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