Name: Breakthrough – Underground Sounds of 1971
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ECLEC42779

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Limited edition

Release date

2024-06-07

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5013929477988

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Esoteric Recordings

Esoteric Recordings is a British label that was founded by Mark Powell in 2007. Previously known as Eclectic Discs, this label has established itself as a reputable source for music enthusiasts. With an extensive catalog of official releases, Esoteric Recordings ensures that fans can find high-quality recordings from their favorite artists. They are committed to providing authentic and authorized music experiences, making them a trusted name in the industry.

As a leading e-commerce website for music, Esoteric Recordings offers an impressive selection of albums across various genres. From rock and pop to jazz and folk, their diverse range caters to all musical tastes. Whether you're searching for iconic classics or hidden gems, this label's collection is sure to satisfy your cravings for exceptional music.

In addition to their official releases, Esoteric Recordings takes pride in curating a reliable platform where customers can confidently purchase genuine products. Their dedication to quality control ensures that every album available on their site meets the highest standards of authenticity and excellence. With Esoteric Recordings, you can trust that you're getting the real deal when it comes to your favorite tunes.

Breakthrough – Underground Sounds Of 1971 is a lovingly compiled collection from this pivotal year in music, featuring a host of key artists plus a host of lesser-known acts who failed to reach a wider audience but produced a wide breadth of music, such as BB Blunder, Big Sleep, Cressida, Help Yourself, Mighty Baby, Patto, Pink Fairies, Samurai, Colin Scot, Spring and Stray. Turn on and tune in to the gloriously diverse underground sounds of 1971.

Esoteric Recordings’ next release in their series of compilations celebrating the so-called “underground” rock music. 1971 was a momentous year in rock and one which would continue to see Progressive music in all its forms become a dominating force with the album buying public. Much of this music appeared on the “progressive” imprints of major record labels such as EMI’s Harvest, Decca’s Deram and Philips Records’ Vertigo and emerging independent labels such as Charisma, United Artists and Island and led to an increasing presence of underground album music on BBC Radio 1 on its Sounds Of The Seventies and Top Gear programmes.

1971 saw a wealth of imaginative artists meld seemingly disparate musical genres and influences such as jazz, blues, folk, rock and classical music on a host of wonderful albums, all of which appealed to an audience of students and followers of the “underground’ culture. Universities and Colleges were regular venues on the burgeoning live music circuit in the UK for these artists, most of whom earned loyal followings through regular concert performances. 1971 also saw festivals such as Weeley (which attracted an estimated 150,000 people), Reading and the Glastonbury Fayre featuring the leading Progressive album-focussed artists of the day.

Breakthrough – Underground Sounds of 1971

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