FOL LP 1 It is often said that obscure records are obscure for a reason. But in my almost 30 years of collecting, I find that rare albums have about the same distribution of greatness as do their more readily available counterparts. So amongst the majority of turkeys, a few gems can be found. And since the known albums are just that, known, it is quite a thrill when a total UNknown shows up and knocks your socks clear across the room. Obvious foreshadowing aside, Berits Halsband has to rank as one of my all-time greatest surprises based on my first listen a few years ago. In the mid 1970s, Sweden was harboring a handful of jazz bands looking to push the envelope beyond the usual bebop standards or electric noodling. These groups were more than just a little influenced by the freaky fusion of Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. Collectives like Ibis, Ablution, Egba, Kornet, and Archimedes Badkar were bringing that type of creativity up to the far North. And you have to figure those long, dark winters play a role in creating hallucinations even amongst the most puritan Lutherans wandering about in their show shoes. Where Berits Halsband makes their distinctive mark, is the reach-over to the indigenous Scandinavian folklore of the local dancehall. However, the music is not dished up through the Zappa blender ala Samla Mammas Manna, but more of an introspective art school approach. As with other large scale ensembles, the seven piece Berits Halsband makes full use of its membership. For example one of the major separation points compared to others of its ilk, is the prominent use of trumpet, often filtered through a wah wah pedal. Their second lead instrument of choice is the lovely flute, often in unison with the trumpet or as a peaceful solo alternative. And while Side 1 sounds like the best soundtrack to your dream Stockholm vacation, side 2 takes us to the Arctic for some serious deep grooving. And here we get some added ring modulated electric piano combined with amazing fuzz guitar soloing, all on top of the trance like bass and active percussion. While the ingredients are familiar, the end result is entirely unique. A strange bedfellow meeting of late electric era Miles circa “Agharta”, combined with the Swedish ethnic rock of Kebnekaise and the psychedelic pyrotechnics of Flasket Brinner. Yea, it's that good. Review by T.Hayes A1 Myror I Köket 11:45 A2 Elhamokk 9:45 B1 Halvvägs Hildur 19:00 B2 Flaxöras Hemliga Återkomst 8:40 The record is in EX condition and the cover is M-. |
Grading is VISUAL; occasional play-grading will be noted. Slight warps that do not affect the sound and factory cut-out hole or corner cut are generally accepted.Please keep that in mind BEFORE buying anything and you agree to respect my terms when you place this order.
M : Mint. As new,looks unplayed or sealed.
NM : Near Mint.
Record = is as good as new and clear. May have some minor paper scuffs or/and tiny hairlines.
Cover = as new with maybe the slightest signs of wear on corners, edges, spine or surface.
EX : Excellent.
Record = Still very clear with more hairlines or/and some small scuffs.
Cover = there is a bit wear on corners, edges and surface, slight wrinkle, minor writing on back.
VG+ : Very Good+.
Record = clear but you can see some light scratches and/or some small scuffs across the surface.
Cover = is still looking good, but there is some wear on corners & edges,slight creasing. There are split in the seams, wear or/and small sticker damage on the surfacewithout any major defects.
VG : Very Good.
Record = you can see many noticeable scratches or scuffs, some may cause distracting surface noise.
Cover = there is real wear on corners, edges and spine.There are splits in the seams, serious surface-wear, price sticker damage, small tears or duct tape seam repairs, other not too significant flaws or damage.
G : Good.
When I put a record on Ebay with this grade then it well be a very rare one. In that case I will describe the imperfections on this record in detail.
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