Paice Ashton Lord - Malice in Wonderland (LP, Vinyl, 1977, Polydor/Oyster, 2417 313, Germany)

"Malice in Wonderland" is the only studio album by Paice Ashton Lord , a British rock supergroup consisting of Ian Paice and Jon Lord (both of Deep Purple), Tony Ashton , Paul Martinez , and Bernie Marsden . Released in 1977 on the Polydor sub-label Oyster, the album blends rock, funk, soul, and jazz influences into a unique sound that was ahead of its time in the late 1970s.
For collectors of Deep Purple, hard rock and British rock projects of the 70s, this album is an absolute highlight.

Product details:

• Format: LP, Vinyl, Stereo

• Artist: Paice Ashton Lord

• Title: Malice in Wonderland

• Label: Polydor / Oyster – 2417 313

• Year: 1977

• Origin: Germany

• Genre: Rock, Funk Rock, Hard Rock, Soul influences

• Special features: Original 1st Press Germany, including original printed text inlay

Condition:

• Vinyl: VG (visible scratch on one side, see photo; record plays through, with occasional crackles and background noise)

• Cover: VG (Scratch on edges and corners, small creases, color wear on the front, back with slight signs of use – overall still stable and collectible)

• Inlay: G+ (used, with creases, but complete)

Historical background:
After Deep Purple's temporary breakup in 1976, Ian Paice and Jon Lord, along with the eccentric singer and keyboardist Tony Ashton, formed the band Paice Ashton Lord. Supported by Bernie Marsden (later of Whitesnake) and Paul Martinez , they recorded "Malice in Wonderland." The album is now considered a cult classic, as it was the band's only release and its blend of soul, rock, and funk is unique in rock history.