A Fleeting Glance - Selftitled (Prog & Acid Rock UK 1970)

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One of the most astonishing British private pressing rarities, only two copies have resurfaced of this 1970 concept album. Telling the story of a woman’s life from her own conception to giving birth, the LP was put together by a variety of musicians and bands at a social club, and allegedly includes an uncredited appearance by Billy Fury. 

Linked by narration and sound effects, the music runs the gamut from heavy space-rock jamming (including a snatch of ‘Interstellar Overdrive’) to folk/rock (an acoustic cover of ‘Light My Fire’ and a stunning version of ‘Watch The Stars’), avant-garde choirs, krautrock-styled interludes and even trad jazz. 

The result is among the trippiest albums I have ever heard, comparable only to Jumble Lane in terms of eccentricity, although the music is infinitely better, with a strong Pink Floyd spacy edge. Indeed, had Syd Barrett remained with Pink Floyd, one could well imagine The Dark Side Of The Moon might have sounded thus. 

01. Theme Of The Beginning — 5:26

02. Light My Fire — 4:55

03. Rosetta — 1:56

04. Fly To The Moon — 8:43

05. Watch The Stars — 5:42

06. Tiger Rag — 3:18

07. Symphony Of Love / Finale — 11:18

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