1977 IN-DEMAND ORIGINAL ~ PROGRESSIVE ROCK CLASSIC!   

G R O B S C H N I T T                 

   

"ROCKPOMMEL'S LAND" 1977

Original German Pressing: BRAIN Records (Orange Label): 60.041

THIS IS NOT A RECENT RE-ISSUE !!!!

NM LP Housed in Original Laminated Gatefold Cover 

The Album Comes with Original Insert 

Extremely Hard to Find Especially in Such Superb Condition!

Superb Sound Quality

Near Mint (NM) is the highest grade I use for open records.

 This is a rare find .. Original German Pressing of GROBSCHNITT "Rockpommel's Land" ... a collectors dream!!!

 You have the opportunity to bid on this scare original German copy of the classic LP from GROBSCHNITT  

Essential Progressive Rock Album ...  A MUST FOR ALL FANS OF PROGRESSIVE ROCK!

AN ELUSIVE PROGMONSTER!!! ONE OF THE TOP PROG ALBUMS EVER CREATED !!!

 Timeless Good !!!

THE PHOTO IS OF THE ACTUAL ITEM

 

C O N D I T I O N:

      Label:

 BRAIN Records (Orange Label): 60.041

      Vinyl:

NEAR MINT (NM) - Both sides of the record are clean & glossy, has retained its original high sheen ... smooth like a glass! The vinyl looks outstanding and has clean labels.  Has no any particular flaws to mention. Rare collectible copy!

    Cover:

EXCELLENT (EX)  - Original Laminated Gatefold Cover. Solid, stiff, intact and presentable having no more than light signs of previous careful use. There is a small tear (about 1") at the both sides of the pocket opening, it was neatly fixed from inside by a clear tape (see picture). No seams splits, no writings, no damages (see picture).

   Insert: NEAR MINT (NM)  - Insert contains lyrics, credits and artwork.    

The album is strictly graded and is guaranteed to your satisfaction. Any questions, feel free to ask. 

                                   
LP STORED IN A PROTECTIVE POLY SLEEVE. 

Tracks Listing

Side 1 

1. Ernie's Reise (10:56)
2. Severity town (10:05)

Side 2

3. Anywhere (4:13)
4. Rockpommel's Land (20:55)

Line-up / Musicians

- Stefan Danielak (Wildschwein) / lead vocals, acoustic & rhythm guitars
- Joachim Ehrig (Eroc) / drums, percussion, electonic f/x
- Wolfgang Jäger (Popo) / bass
- Volker Kahrs (Mist) / keyboards, Mellotron, synthesizers
- Gerd-Otto Kühn (Lupo) / acoustic & electric guitars, vocals

Grobschnitt biography
Formed in 1970 the band existed till 1989, GROBSCHNITT (which translates to ROUGH CUT) was the best German band from the mid-Seventies (ELOY were then in a more PINK FLOYD... and ambient style). All of the members of the band adopted pseudonyms, namely "Eroc", "Mist", "Wildschwein", "Lupo" and "Popo". The band was created by Joachim "Eroc" Ehrig (drums, percussion), Stefan "Wildschwein" Daneliak (guitars & vocals), and Gerd-Otto "Lupo" Kühn (guitar, vocals). This nucleus was later completed by Wolgang "Popo" Jäger (bass) and Volker "Mist" Kahrs (keyboards, Mellotron, synthesizers). They were best known as a clone of YES (symphonic progressive group), but they also explored other progressive rock styles (either psychedelic prog or more cohesive "Krautrock" with some stunning instrumental passages that will be familiar to anyone into the likes of MAN, AMON DUUL II, WISHBONE ASH and many similar bands). Their sound was characterized by sometimes long suites allowing ambitious composition developments, with intermingled themes, rhythms, climates changes and symphonic passages. A VERY COMPELLING BRAND OF MUSICAL MOODS: haunting melodies, funny voices (by Eroc), wonderful guitar work, great synthesizer sounds, strange drumming/effects man, and sophisticated arrangements. This eclectic German band became one of the most popular live acts in German history.

The group released about fifteen albums and added touches of absurd humor to their records and live shows. Their first five albums are all classics. Vocals are mostly in English, although some albums were released with German vocals for the home market and English vocals for export. "Ballermann" (1974) consisted of two LP's, one filled with symphonic progressive rock, and the other that contained a space rock suite... the original version of "Solar Music". "Rockpommel's Land", the fourth studio album exhibited intricate ensemble work, delicate dual lead guitars and theatrical vocals which dominate the music. A solid concept album in the YES/GENESIS tradition, the record told the story of a boy's adventures in a strange land and ultimately finding some sort of wisdom about human nature, as well as piece of mind. The beautiful cover painting looks exactly like an early Roger Dean cover. "Solar Music Live" (1978) is sometimes considered one of the best live albums of all time (similar to early PINK FLOYD's albums in space/cosmic rock).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Grobschnitt, is a special case, even when some of us believe the band could be classified as Krautrock because of their history and music, it's also undeniable that they have Symphonic, Space Rock and even Psychedelic components.

The band will not fit perfectly in any sub-genre we could choose, due to their special and unique characteristics, so we have decided to keep them in Symphonic to avoid more confusion among visitors and members who have seen and reviewed their albums as part of the Symphonic sub-genre since Prog Archives was founded in 2004.

·   No Reserve.

·   All Items will be Shipped in a Padded Sturdy Cardboard Mailer Specifically Designed for LP. 

·   Shipping within the US via Media Mail is $3.50 for the first LP and $1.00 extra per each additional.

·   Shipping to Canada via USPS International is $8.00 for the first LP and $2.00 extra per each additional.

·   International shipping via USPS International is $14.00 for the first LP and $3.00 extra per each additional

·   International shipping of Double LP Set is $18.00.  

RECORD WILL BE SHIPPED IN A PADDED MAILER WITH INSERTS, IN A PLASTIC OUTER SLEEVE AND QUALITY ORIGINAL PAPER INNER SLEEVE, WITH RECORD OUTSIDE OF JACKET ( except for SEALED LPs) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

Please, email me with any questions.

RECORD GRADING

I use a very conservative process when grading my eBay items.

MINT

Sealed album...!!!

NEAR MINT

Like new. The vinyl retains its original gloss, and the jacket is clean with no wear nor marks on the label.

          EX              EXCELLENT

May have a few scuffs or very light scratches which do not affect its playability. May have some minor rubs on the label or spindle. May have some writing on the label which will be noted. May have some slight wear on the jacket but no splits! This is the desirable grade for most collectors.

VG+
VERY GOOD+

The vinyl and cover has light general wear including scratches (may be audible), small splits on the jacket, and some label wear (including writing).

VG
VERY GOOD

General wear both on vinyl and jacket, audible scratches, split jacket (including ringwear) and label wear.

POOR/DAMAGED

Non-playable!!! Sold for the jacket only, or sold as a "rare" filler copy.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT WHEN VINYL WAS THE STANDARD, 20 TO 30% OF ALBUMS CAME OUT OF THE SHRINK WRAP AS BAD PRESSINGS WITH SURFACE NOISE. OBVIOUSLY, SUCH BAD PRESSINGS WOULD NOT BE IDENTIFIABLE THROUGH VISUAL EXAMINATION, NO MATTER HOW CAREFUL

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