M.I.A.'s second album is quite a departure from the albums it's sandwiched between. The debut is a progressive classical romp in the ELP tradition. And Cornonstipicum is one of the all-time great progressive rock albums, perhaps the best ever from Argentina. But Magicos Juegos del Tiempo is much different - a progressive folk album for the most part with a few diversions into the world of prog and even a bit of loose psych jamming. There's nothing to call out as extraordinary but it's a pleasant listen throughout. But they left no indication where they were to go next.
Ownership: LP: 1977 Ciclo 3. Single sleeve with booklet attached to the front. As you see in the Discogs photo attached. if done properly, there are two pieces of specially designed tape to slip the booklet in and out. Fortunately my copy was assembled correctly. Acquired via mail order from Argentina direct (1993).
Former ownership: CD: 2011 Belle Antique. A perfect reproduction of the album including instructions in Japanese on how to assemble it. Debated keeping it, but it's superfluous to own at this point, especially since my vinyl copy is in very nice shape.
6//93 (first listen); 2/12/12; 10/7/24 (review / new entry)
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