The Group
Omniphonic Music
Philips (Holland) 1975
6413 071 (LP)
sleeve : VG+(TOC: tape on top edge, SPSE: some small tear on side, wear on corner, light color-faded.)
media : EX-/EX-(some light noises and click noises caused by slightly hairlines.)
This album was featured in the first edition of the guidebook Obscure Sound. Released in 1975, it is an album by The Group, a Dutch jazz combo led by pianist and composer Robert E. van der Linden. One standout track is B2, an incredible piece of deep, ethnic avant-garde contemporary jazz that blends classical and experimental elements. It begins with an orchestral intro evoking the imagery of wandering into a forest, transitions into contemporary music-style vocal improvisation, and unfolds into deep acoustic jazz featuring heavy use of panning and reverb effects. Another highlight is A2, where the gentle groove is beautifully complemented by a floating flute and electric piano, creating an immensely soothing listening experience. Highly recommended.
A2: Ballad of Hathor
B2: Workshop