Procol Harum - Exotic Birds & Fruit

Artist:

Procol Harum

See Also:

Snafu (Rock) Trower, Robin Fisher, Matthew

Description:

The 2004 reissue of EXOTIC BIRDS & FRUIT contains 2 previously unreleased bonus tracks.
Procol Harum: Gary Brooker (vocals, piano); Mick Grabham (electric guitar); Chris Copping (organ); Alan Cartwright (bass guitar); Barrie Wilson (drums, percussion); Keith Reid.
Additional personnel: B.J. Cole (pedal steel guitar).
Recording information: Air Studios, London, England (1974).
By the time of this, its eighth album, in 1974, Procol Harum had weathered the departure of several key members. The band`s previous release, GRAND HOTEL, was its first after the departure of guitarist Robin Trower. EXOTIC BIRDS & FRUIT is a more polished affair and a return to form for the band.
The songs by pianist/singer Gary Brooker and lyricist Keith Reid possess the thrilling tensions that result from combining grandeur and lushness with R&B-based soulfulness. As always, drummer B.J. Wilson is a powerful yet unassuming presence, with a signature style that adds just the right amount of flair to the propulsiveness. The set is full of memorable songs, including the powerful opening number, "Nothing But the Truth," the cabaret-like "Beyond the Pale," and the anthemic and relentless "The Idol."

Track Listing:

DISC 1

1. Nothing But The Truth
2. Beyond The Pale
3. As Strong As Samson
4. Idol, The
5. Thin End Of The Wedge, The
6. Monsieur R. Monde
7. Fresh Fruit
8. Butterfly Boys
9. New Lamps For Old
10. Drunk Again
11. Blue Danube, The - (previously unreleased, Extended version)

Album Information

Release Date:

11/01/2006

Type:

Performer

Genre:

Rock & Pop

Label:

Friday Music

Producer:

Chris Thomas

Catalog Number:

1021

Original Release Year:

1974

# of Discs:

1

Studio/Live:

Studio

Mono/Stereo:

Stereo

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