AMON DÜÜL II: PYRAGONY X
MBy 1976, Amon Düül II had transitioned from a highly experimental unit to an almost traditional pop-rock act, with lyrics sung in English and a decidedly (and unexpectedly) rockist approach to songwriting. New members Stefan Zauner and Klaus Ebert contributed the majority of the songs, adding to the stark newness of the sound. While this album has its share of exciting moments, it is not a typical Amon Düül II album, and will probably be best enjoyed by completists. "Pyrogany X" sounds totally clueless playing conventional symphonic prog.
Tracklist:
1.Flower Of The Orient 2.Merlin 3.Crystal Hexagram 4.Lost In Space 5.Sally The Seducer 6.Telly Vision 7.The Only Thing 8.Capuccino
Lineup:
Chris Karrer - acoustic & electric guitars, violin, vocals, John Weinzierl - acoustic & electric guitars, vocals, Stefan Zauner - keyboards, acoustic & electric guitars, soprano sax, vocals, Klaus Ebert - bass, acoustic & electric guitars, vocals, Peter Leopold - drums