I just discovered Van Der Graff Generator...
An interesting experimental British band from the 60s and 70s. Their music is interesting, however they're not for everyone. Please give them a try and let me know what you think.
Thanks.
PS... you need an open mind for this band.
Welcome to a different world, VDGG were unique, not sounding like anything else. Aerosol the grey machine H to He who am the only one Godbluff Still life World Record Pawn Hearts (not so accessible) You can also check Peter Hammill’s solo career, the singer, the poet and the soul of that band. Fools mate In camera The future now Nadir's big chance The silent corner and the empty stage. There are others good ones too but above are for me their/his better works. |
... and Peter Hammill and company are still going strong; just recently released a new live album. Totally agree with @petg60 . A couple of very accessible songs are 'Killer' off of 'H to He' and 'Necromancer' from 'Aerosol the Grey Machine'. One amusing description of Peter Hammill I once read was 'David Bowie on bad acid'.... |
My first VDGG album was Pawn Hearts in the $1.99 budget bin at Cheap Thrills Records in NJ circa 1978. It was way out there even for the college crowd. Man Erg is awesome. Lighthouse Keepers is a fun trip. VDGG and Peter Hamill was largely ignored back then but are considered very influential pioneers these days by many. |
