PLJ BAND, Armageddon (1982)
PLJ BAND, Armageddon 1982.
FLAC single file and cue | 327 MB | Covers included
Psychedelic/Space Rock
Review by Erik Neuteboom from Progarchives
The album "Armageddon" by the formation PLJ Band is often considered as the most acclaimed Greek progrock music. It was released in ’82 but immediately forbidden because of the blasphemical lyrics and the albums had to be destroyed. Fortunately at about 300 records survived and ended as highly sought after ‘collector items’ (value more than US $ 300,00) in the arms of some very lucky and wealthy progheads many years later! The progressive German label Second Battle re-released "Armageddon" on CD from the original LP because the mastertapes were lost. The musicians: Laurentis Macaeritsas (lead vocals, 12-string guitar and keyboards), Antonis Mijelos (lead guitar, acoustic guitar), Jimmy Vasalakos (bass, backing vocals), Pavlos Kikrilis (rhythm – and classical guitar) and Tolis Skamajouras (drums and percussion). The sound is very unique: a captivating progressive blend of acoustic – and electric folk and (space) rock with a strong psychedelic undertone. The stunning surrealistic cover art is in the vein of Salvador Dali. Perhaps his mind reigns over this album?
The album "Armageddon" is one of the most original progrock albums ever made. The tension between the acoustic – and classical guitars (twanging and rhythm) and the soaring and spacey keyboards on one hand and the fiery and howling, distorted electric guitarplay on the other hand creates a lot of tension and compelling climates, emphasized by the hypnotizing vocals. If you want a psychedelic experience without drugs, this one is yours!
Track Listings
1. Intro
2. I See People
3. Ezekiel
4. Oye
5. Armageddon I
6. Armageddon II
7. The Void
8. Theme
9. Star Wish
Line-up/Musicians
- Laurentis Macaeritsas / lead vocals, 12-string guitar and keyboards
- Antonis Mijelos / lead guitar, acoustic guitar
- Jimmy Vasalakos / bass, backing vocals
- Pavlos Kikrilis / rhythm – and classical guitar
- Tolis Skamajouras / drums and percussion
Releases information
Original LP was banned, only 300 left destruction
Re-released as CD
PolyGram Records 1994 edition w/big scans:
http://depositfiles.com/files/fxzqx5vwk
Mason Records 2006 edition:
http://depositfiles.com/files/ajp152xvx
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