Name: Flat Baroque and Berserk
Brand: Roy Harper

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sflp003

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Limited edition

Release date

2016-09-30

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PIAS

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5065000022020

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Artist

Roy Harper

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Folk

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Science Friction

Roy Harper is an English singer-songwriter, born on June 12, 1941 in Rusholme, Manchester. With a career spanning over five decades, Harper has established himself as a prominent figure in the folk rock genre. His unique blend of poetic lyrics and intricate guitar work has captivated audiences worldwide.
Influenced by artists such as *Bert Jansch*, *Pentangle*, and *Fairport Convention*, Harper's music embodies the spirit of the British folk revival. He has collaborated with notable musicians including *Michael Chapman*, *Tim Hardin*, and *John Martyn*. Known for his introspective songwriting style, Harper's songs often touch upon themes of love, politics, and spirituality.
Harper's discography includes critically acclaimed albums like "Stormcock" and "Flat Baroque and Berserk". His collaborations with artists like *Sandy Denny* and *Richard & Linda Thompson* have further solidified his place in the folk rock pantheon. Fans of artists such as *Trees*, *The Incredible String Band*, and *Fred Neil* will find solace in Harper's rich musical tapestry.

Science Friction is a music label that was created and managed by Tracy Harper. It was formerly known as Hard Up, which is still reflected in the catalogue numbers of Science Friction starting with "HU". The label is currently run by Tracy Harper himself and offers a diverse range of music genres. With an informative and authoritative tone, Science Friction aims to provide music enthusiasts with high-quality releases from talented artists.
The label's dedication to promoting emerging talent has earned it a reputation for discovering unique and groundbreaking artists. Through their commitment to nurturing creativity, Science Friction has become a trusted platform for musicians looking to showcase their work.
Science Friction's catalog features an eclectic mix of genres, ranging from electronic and experimental sounds to alternative rock and indie pop. Each release undergoes meticulous curation, ensuring that only the best quality music reaches the audience.

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Singer / songwriter Roy Harper came upon the mid-1960s London folk scene alongside the likes of Jackson C Frank, Sandy Denny, et al., and his 1970 album, Flat Baroque and Berserk, was the final installment of his initial folkie phase. With his next release, the rapturously received Stormcock, he would incorporate expansive prog-rock flavouring into his style, but Flat Baroque and Berserk is a sparse, acoustic-based effort that focuses squarely on Harper's poetic lyrics and (at that point) Dylanesque tunes. He's backed here by Keith Emerson's pre-ELP outfit, the Nice, offering a slight foreshadowing of things to come, but progressive epics were not yet a part of Harper's approach. The album was recorded principally at Abbey Road Studios, London in September 1969.

Flat Baroque and Berserk

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