Procol Harum – Procol Harum Vintage LP (AMIGA, GDR 1982)

This AMIGA-licensed edition of Procol Harum 's legendary debut album brings their unique blend of rock, baroque pop, and psychedelic sounds to East German record culture. With their worldwide hit "A Whiter Shade of Pale," the band made a musical statement in 1967 that remains one of the greatest classics in rock history.

The 1982 AMIGA release brings this musical masterpiece to the East German pressing landscape – with clean sound, a simple black and white cover design, and the typical turquoise label. A piece of music history situated between British art rock and the GDR's collector tradition.

Historical background:
Procol Harum , founded in London in 1967 by singer and pianist Gary Brooker , is considered one of the most influential bands of art and progressive rock. Their song "A Whiter Shade of Pale" inspired countless musicians and became a symbol of the late 1960s. The East German licensed release on AMIGA made this Western cult music accessible in the East as well – a highly sought-after collector's item of rare value.

Product details

• Format: LP, 33 RPM, Stereo

• Artist: Procol Harum

• Title: Procol Harum

• Label: AMIGA – 8 55 780

• Origin: GDR

• Year: 1982

• Genre: Rock, Art Rock, Psychedelic Rock

• Cover condition: VG (Very Good) – visible edge wear and slight creases, back cover clean, artwork well preserved.

• Vinyl condition: VG+ (Very Good Plus) – glossy, few hairlines, plays clearly and dynamically.

• Special features: Rare AMIGA licensed edition of the British classic, turquoise label.

Notes

• Licensed AMIGA edition of Western rock classics.

• A sought-after collector's item for Procol Harum and GDR rock fans.

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