Only 1 copy available of this out of print psychedelic rock album, so grab it while you can!
Magic Castles "Magic Castles" 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Record – 2012 UK Import Press
The saying "it's the journey, not the destination" is one well suited for Minneapolis-based neo psych-folk band Magic Castles. In their case, the journey began in 2006 and has spanned three self-released albums, arriving at a surprising landmark in 2010 when Brian Jonestown Massacre bandleader and occasional gadfly Anton Newcombe caught wind of the band and offered to release their next record on the strength of their song "Ballad of the Golden Bird." The result is this self-titled release mostly culled from Magic Castles' previous works which, for new listeners, works as an expanded introduction to the band and, for more established fans, as a handy collection of favorite songs now out of print. Centered on rosy vocal harmonies, hazy guitars, and warm organ drones reminiscent of bands from the Velvet Underground to Quilt, Magic Castles' sonics effortlessly drift between conventionally structured songs and more abstract, sprawling explorations. Joining these elements with lyrics that reference birds, trolls, and other natural and fantastical objects of whimsy, the overall sound is made for getting back to nature and daydreaming. Though the songs are as short as three minutes and as long as eight, there's a pleasantly rambling quality throughout, from the shimmering freak-out vibe of "Ballad of the Golden Bird" to the Byrds-ian jangle of "10,100" and the freewheeling drum circle-meets-distorted trombone jam of "Songs of the Forest." Where many of their peers fall back on production tricks or simply borrow too liberally from their influences, Magic Castles stands out from the pack for its skillful balance of recalling the acid-tinged tones of its forebears while aiming the compass at destinations unknown. —Chrysta Cherrie
Catalog:
AUK100LP
Side A Runout:
AUK100LP-A 97532E1/A
Side B Runout:
AUK100LP-B 97532E2/A
Side C Runout:
AUK100LP-C 97532E3/A
Side D Runout:
AUK100LP-D 97532E4/A
Barcode:
[Scanned] 5055300332653 [Printed] 5 055300 33265 3
Condition:
Used. Cover corners have corner bumps and creases. Ringwear present on rear cover. Some minor discoloration along edge of rear cover. Vinyl records are both in incredible condition, have been ultrasonically cleaned and play tested. Please see images.
Track Listing:
A1 Death Dreams
A2 Now I'm A Little Cloud
A3 Imaginary Friends
B1 The Ballad Of The Golden Bird
B2 All My Prayers
C1 Songs Of The Forest
C2 10,100
C3 Letterbox
D1 Big Sur
D2 Mystical Sage Warrior
D3 Emery's Memories
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Record ships outside of the cover in an anti-static inner sleeve to prevent seam splits or damage in transit.
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