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Broken Silence

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Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Black

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2024-05-31

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

27476

UPC / Barcode

45775053011

Black LP

27475

45775053028

Artist

Soft Machine

Label EU

Cuneiform

Genre EU

Jazz

With their website <a href="http://www.cuneiformrecords.com">www.cuneiformrecords.com</a>, Cuneiform provides a platform for music enthusiasts to explore and discover extraordinary talent across various genres. Collaborating with Wayside Music, an online music mail order service founded in 1980, they have established themselves as a trusted source for exceptional musical experiences.

Soft Machine is an English rock and jazz band from Canterbury, formed in mid-1966. The band was named after the novel "The Soft Machine" by William S. Burroughs. Led by Australian artist Daevid Allen, the group was influenced by the emerging Beat Generation and the music philosophies of Sun Ra. They started as a free-jazz outfit called the Daevid Allen Trio before evolving into Soft Machine with members Robert Wyatt, Mike Ratledge, and Kevin Ayers. Their eponymous album released in 1968 is considered a classic of the late 1960s psychedelic era.

The band gained popularity on London's psychedelic scene and performed at various iconic venues such as The Marquee and UFO club. They also took part in notable events like the '14 Hour Technicolor Dream' alongside Pink Floyd and Velvet Underground. Despite several lineup changes over the years, Soft Machine continued to push boundaries with their experimental sound.

Today, Soft Machine remains active with current members John Etheridge on guitar, Theo Travis on saxophone/flute/piano, Fred T. Baker on bass (since 2022), and Asaf Sirkis on drums (since 2023). Their music continues to captivate audiences with its unique blend of rock and jazz influences.

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The album "Hovikodden 1971" by Soft Machine is a mesmerizing 4xLP release from Cuneiform. This collection captures the legendary British band at their creative peak, showcasing their innovative blend of jazz, rock, and avant-garde music.

Recorded live in Norway in 1971, this album features Soft Machine delivering a dynamic and improvisational performance that truly showcases their musical prowess. The band's intricate compositions and virtuosic playing are on full display throughout the four LPs, offering listeners a glimpse into their groundbreaking sound.

Listeners can expect to be taken on a sonic journey as they explore the diverse textures and moods present in each track. From energetic jazz-infused passages to ethereal ambient moments, "Hovikodden 1971" offers a rich listening experience that will captivate fans of progressive music and experimental sounds alike.

With its high-quality pressing and immersive sound quality, this 4xLP set is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts looking to delve deeper into the innovative world of Soft Machine. "Hovikodden 1971" stands as a testament to the band's enduring legacy and their pioneering approach to music-making.

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Discover "Hovikodden 1971" by Soft Machine on 4xLP from Cuneiform. Dive into the innovative blend of jazz, rock, and avant-garde music in this mesmerizing release.