Name: Samurai – Remastered, Expanded Edition
Brand: Samurai

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

ECLEC2737

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-09-25

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cherry Red (ADA)

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5013929473782

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Total Cap

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Samurai 

Genre GB

Prog Rock

Label GB

Esoteric Recordings

Esoteric Recordings is a British label that was founded by Mark Powell in 2007. Previously known as Eclectic Discs, this label has established itself as a reputable source for music enthusiasts. With an extensive catalog of official releases, Esoteric Recordings ensures that fans can find high-quality recordings from their favorite artists. They are committed to providing authentic and authorized music experiences, making them a trusted name in the industry.

As a leading e-commerce website for music, Esoteric Recordings offers an impressive selection of albums across various genres. From rock and pop to jazz and folk, their diverse range caters to all musical tastes. Whether you're searching for iconic classics or hidden gems, this label's collection is sure to satisfy your cravings for exceptional music.

In addition to their official releases, Esoteric Recordings takes pride in curating a reliable platform where customers can confidently purchase genuine products. Their dedication to quality control ensures that every album available on their site meets the highest standards of authenticity and excellence. With Esoteric Recordings, you can trust that you're getting the real deal when it comes to your favorite tunes.

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Esoteric Recordings release a newly re-mastered and expanded edition of the classic and highly regarded self-titled album by the Progressive rock group Samurai.

The band evolved from the equally excellent group Web (whose album I Spider is a classic of the genre), and featured Dave Lawson (vocals, keyboards), Tony Edwards (guitar), John Eaton (bass), Kenny Beveridge (drums) , Lennie Wright (vibes, drums, percussion), Tony Roberts (saxes, flute, clarinet) and Don Fay (saxes, flute).

The sole album by the band is truly a lost classic of the Progressive era. Released on the short-lived Greenwich Gramophone label in 1971, the album was influenced by the experiments of groups such as King Crimson, Colosseum et al, but Samurai was more than a mere clone of other bands. 

The group successfully fused the worlds of jazz with rock, the musicianship on the album was excellent and Dave Lawson’s compositions were ground-breaking and memorable. Sadly, the group disbanded shortly after the release of the record resulting in limited sales. However, the influence of the album was not lost as Dave Lawson soon joined Dave Greenslade to form the group Greenslade, effectively taking up the musical mantle laid down by Samurai. 

This Esoteric new edition has been newly re-mastered from recently discovered first generation original master tapes and has been expanded to include three live recordings made in 1971 and officially released for the first time. The release also features an illustrated booklet and an interview with Dave Lawson.

Samurai – Remastered, Expanded Edition

Music GB