... and key to the mythology of the LP as a concept. This Glimpse by Ian Sharp: music writer was first posted on 30 October 2023 and has been lightly edited and updated.
I've been listening to this album for over 40 years and my affection and appreciation for it has only grown over time. Lately my attention has been on the lyrics and the breadth and depth of Peter Sinfield's images, symbols, and allusions.
An amazing album!
I've never heard this yet, but I am intrigued enough to eventually get my own copy.
It's definitely worth hearing a few times - there's much beauty there, as well as some heavier and more alarming moments.
I've been listening to this album for over 40 years and my affection and appreciation for it has only grown over time. Lately my attention has been on the lyrics and the breadth and depth of Peter Sinfield's images, symbols, and allusions.