The Nice – The Thoughts Of Emerlist Davjack (Vinyl)

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Groundbreaking debut album by The Nice reborn to inspire a new generation of music fans Recorded in 1967 and originally released in 1968, The Thoughts of Emerlist Davjack marked the beginning of a revolutionary journey into progressive rock. Featuring the iconic lineup of Keith Emerson, Lee Jackson, David O'List and Brian Davison, The Thoughts of Emerlist Davjack is a true testament to the band's pioneering sound. The album seamlessly fuses elements of classical music, avant-garde, jazz, and rock into a cohesive and innovative whole, setting the stage for the evolution of prog rock in the late 60s and beyond. Highlights of the album include tracks like 'Flower King of Flies', 'Rondo', and 'Tantalising Maggie', which capture the era's psychedelic vibe with echoes of San Francisco's counter-culture sound and the mind-bending influences of artists like Jefferson Airplane, Iron Butterfly, Jimi Hendrix Experience, and Cream. The expanded CD edition of this release also includes the haunting and brilliant track 'Azrial (Angel of Death)', originally released in 1967 as the B-side to The Nice's debut recording. This reissue is the opportunity to experience the daring creativity and genre-defying spirit of The Nice in their prime.

Remastered sound of the stereo recordings featuring new analogue mastering to highlight the album's inventive compositions and dynamic range. Original Immediate Records artwork has been faithfully recreated.