Alpha Ralpha ~ France

Alpha Ralpha (1977)

---4/29/15

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: 1977 Warner Bros. (LP) 

No reissues exist as of 3/31/25.

4/29/15 (review); 3/19/22; 12/20/23 (update / new entry)