Gravy Train – Ballad of a Peaceful Man (1971, UK)

 

Gravy Train – Ballad of a Peaceful Man (1971, UK)

A beautifully balanced mix of melodic progressive rock and gentle flute-led passages, wrapped in a warm, distinctly British atmosphere.
Its softer symphonic moments contrast gracefully with bursts of emotional intensity, giving the album a rich dramatic arc.
The songwriting is heartfelt and expressive, with arrangements that feel both intimate and quietly ambitious.
A forgotten treasure—perfect for listeners who enjoy the elegant, melancholic side of early 70s UK prog.

Ikarus – Ikarus (1971, Germany)

Un prog-jazz oscuro y sofisticado con secciones vocales teatrales y arreglos instrumentales complejos.
Tiene afinidad con el Colosseum más experimental y el lado más dramático del Canterbury temprano.
Los pasajes instrumentales se desarrollan con gran tensión y climas densos.
Una joya del underground alemán—intenso, creativo y profundamente atmosférico.