I just checked with goldmine record album price guide and found that. Limited edition 180 gram colored vinyl, specially remastered for vinyl. Amon duul ii has been a staple of german psychedelic rock for over thirty years with many changes in personnel and style but retaining a strong international following that has thrived over the years. Partly structured, partly insane this is the sound that you are not supposed to hear, a bit like seeing that tree that was supposedly unobserved fall. Amon duul ii phallus dei lyrics and tracklist genius. Free customizable online radio with unlimited skips. Yeti is the second studio album by german rock band amon duul ii, first released in april 1970 on liberty germany. Amon duul ii 1973 utopia rem 2000 progrock,krautrock. Gods phallus is the debut album by german band amon duul ii. Their first album phallus dei gods phallus, released in 1969, consisted of pieces drawn from the groups live set at the time. Amon duul iis 1969 release phallus dei is many things. Amon duul ii made in germany monolith cocktail blog. At the time wolf city was recorded there was some quarrel among the band which resulted in a split.
The split members recorded an album of their own, but in the same studio. Best amon duul ii album progressive rock music forum. The crack in the cosmic egg written by the freeman bros wrote about phallus dei or it was a mistake. Mix amon duul ii phallus dei 1969 german prog youtube. All of the other tracks on the album are now on the b side. Then, by an act of sheer luck or perhaps divine intervention. Amon duul ii was more musically ambitious and adventurous. The commune was initially a music based concept, but it appears that some were more musical than others and these eventually split and formed amon duul ii. Its also pretty safe to say that phallus dei is to amon duul ii what monster movie is to. Slim fit, order a size up if youd like it less fitting. Apr 28, 2014 cleopatra records to release deluxe vinyl versions of classic amon duul ii.
It might not have the sophistication of later ad2 albums,but this is where it all began. Get an adfree experience with special benefits, and directly support reddit. Cleopatra records to release deluxe vinyl versions of classic. Their first album phallus dei gods phallus, released in 1969, consisted of pieces drawn from. A joyous pagan kneesup follows as things get real wild. Posted in rpsychedelicrock by ubmmpunk07 18 points and 3 comments.
Formed in austin, texas, usa in 1965, this influential psychedelic rock band evolved from the nucleus of the lingsmen, a popular local attraction. Phallus dei is a music studio album recording by amon duul ii krautrockprogressive rock released in 1969 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. This version of phallus dei is no differant, 5 stars for the package, 3 stars for the mastering or lack of. I first was exposed to this album,around its original release date and it has been one of my favourites since. The first 2 reissues to appear will be the spectacular 1969 debut album phallus dei. The classic 1969 debut lp from amon duul ii, often cited as the original krautrock album. This epic homage arguably to the whos tommy and other such monolithic concept albums broadly mixes in all the most tragic and culturally.
Psychedelic rock, krautrock, progressive rock amon duul ii. The album, mostly instrumental, set a new standard for black music, and remains one of the most infernal bacchanals in the annals of rock music. Still as cryptic and hauntingly trippy as it was in 1970. I listened quickly to the repertoire phallus dei in the shop when it came out, and didnt buy it because the freak out. Amon duul recorded one extended jam session that was released as two separate albums and featured chants and primal drumming. Only the 1960s counterculture could produce a debut album named phallus dei, which translates as gods penis. Oct 30, 2017 from the album phallus dei germany, 1969. Amon duul ii julian cope presents head heritage unsung.
Cleopatra records to release deluxe vinyl versions of. We are then told that the seraphim cries out, he broke his magic stick, oh im getting sick. Download amon duul ii mp3 songs and albums music downloads. Get all the lyrics to songs on phallus dei and join the genius community of music scholars to learn the meaning behind the lyrics. Amon duul ii 1973 utopia rem 2000 progrock,krautrock heres another amon duul ii album oh, wait a minute it could be a lothar meid solo effort or, utopia i remember seeing lps of this lumped in with others by todd rundgrens band of the same name same prices as those common records, too. Phallus dei sprawls all over side two of this chunk of parallel universe spacerock like a louche bmovie actor strung out on a massive lsd trip. Its one of the foundations of krautrock, one of the earliest progressive rock albums and one of the most influential albums of all time. Amon duul ii is said to have derived their name from the egyptian sun god amon and the turkish word for moon, duul, though some members of the band have come up with a whole myriad of meanings for the semimythical moniker. Psychedelic rock, krautrock, progressive rock amon duul ii amon duul ii. Amon duul ii listen to free radio stations accuradio.
Adobe photoshop the lighthouse new movies vijay sethupathi bad bunny love action drama curiosa hobbs shoplyfter star trek turtle odyssey the morning show s01e07 stealing america breakaway. Pd begins with some random noises and haunting voclas by renate knaup and shrat thile,in soprt of saucerfull of secrets way,until a pulsating bassline picks up the tempo of the next part of the song,followd by a piercing fuzz guitar solo. The album was the result of the amon duul commune in munich splitting. However, they usually fail to set a mood in the same way. The duul arose from the munich communes of the 60s and started off as one giant hippie spiritual pseudo collective, before splitting. Amon duul ii tshirts on redbubble are expertly printed on ethically sourced, sweatshopfree apparel and available in a huge range of styles, colors and sizes. Cleopatra records to release deluxe vinyl versions of classic amon duul ii titles, 429. Phallus dei was their first album and made up of much of their live work. Often they seem like directionless ramblings in a way that makes me think that phallus dei was much better planned than i expected.
Steve hackett cinema showaisle of plenty the total experience live in liverpool duration. The first 2 reissues to appear will be the spectacular 1969 debut album phallus dei and the hugely influential 1972 classic wolf city. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described. Amon duul 2 julian cope presents head heritage unsung. And although it may sound like a shocking sellout if youre used to their sound on rightly celebrated albums like yeti and phallus dei, its actually quite stellar if you take it on its own terms. Released in 1974, amon duul iis hijack or, hijack, as it was released in germany is not frequently if ever regarded as one of their better albums. But im ending it with the bands sensational teutonic rock opera of 1975, made in germany. Sadly this will be the last in the series dedicated to amon duul ii, as i next go to work on colognes finest krautrock exports, can. Jun 08, 2012 phallus dei sprawls all over side two of this chunk of parallel universe spacerock like a louche bmovie actor strung out on a massive lsd trip. Several commune members with greater musical ambitions formed amon duul ii they saw no reason to struggle for a new name, or argue over the original. Bob dylan, aretha franklin, albert ayler, the velvet underground, eric dolphy, dusty springfield, and the other artists who changed music forever. The first half was more in the politics and community, but they did record a series of albums all under one jam. This is odd considering three guys from amon duul actually guest on the track.
Jul 31, 2012 however, they usually fail to set a mood in the same way. Quella degli amon duul ii e musica sperimentale, fortemente impegnata a livello politico, legata come allutopia flowerpower imperante anche oltre oceano. Phallus dei is a music studio album recording by amon duul ii krautrockprogressive. The new group was helmed by john weinzierl, chris karrer and renate knaupkroetenschwanz, and set to work to produce an impressive debut with phallus dei. Phallus dei is the incredible debut by these krautrock pioneers. Including both short songs and longer, improvisational tracks, british avantgarde music. Amon duul ii phallus dei 1969 amon duul ii yeti 1970 the one i like the most. This albums strikes me as their most lyrically profound almost the only duul album where i pay attention to the lyrics in fact. The a side contains the 20 minute phallus dei, whereas, on original versions, this was on the b side. In typical amon duul 2 fashion thy all made peace with each other during the recordings, which led to members of both utopia and amon duul 2 playing on both albums. The group is generally considered to be one of the.
Best amon duul ii album progressive rock music forum page 1. Adobe photoshop the lighthouse new movies vijay sethupathi bad bunny love action. As stated above, amon duul was a rather largish commune, but after the split 1968 i believe, amon duul was reduced to about seven people. For amon duul iis debut album, phallus dei liberty, 1969 revisited, 2006, the lineup increased to seven or eight units, absorbing bassist dave anderson and drummer dieter serfas. I just checked with goldmine record album price guide and found that the first amon duul self title was released on the. All of the original albums by amon duul if you go shopping for them are listed without a 1, so be careful to avoid albums by the later and totally unrelated amon duul ii. Jun 15, 2007 amon duul ii revisited remasters, etc. Listening to the wonderful phallus dei straight away is rather outofplace, as it does not really fit in the way it should. I havent bought an amon duul 2 cd since 1999 so if. Partly structured, partly insane this is the sound that you are not supposed to hear, a bit like seeing that tree that was supposedly unobserved fall over in the forest.
As good fortune would have it, this very september, wah wah records supersonic sound issued the disc i was after. Phallus dei is a music studio album recording by amon duul ii krautrock progressive. The album was produced by olaf kubler and amon duul ii, and engineered by willy schmidt, with a. The album features layered guitars, abstract percussion, and chantlike vocals. And although it may sound like a shocking sellout if youre used to their sound on rightly celebrated albums like yeti and phallus dei, its actually quite stellar if. It has been mentioned elsewhere that the current crop of amon duul 11 reissues are well packaged, most contain interesting bonus tracks but all lack something sonically. I discovered that a label and record shop in barcelona had been remastering and reissues lps from bands like amon duul, between, embryo, and popol vuh. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from phallus dei at the discogs marketplace. I dont consider the debut album by amon duul psychedelic underground,as being by the same band side one begins with the eerie kanaanstartuing off with a hardly audible tambourine,bass and drums. Get a special offer and listen to over 60 million songs, anywhere with amazon music unlimited. As amon duul ii grew and personnel changed, they still remained a commune, living together as a band. Hang your posters in dorms, bedrooms, offices, or anywhere blank walls arent welcome.
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