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SEASONS
WIND
1971 , GERMANY - Out of print/Fuori stampa
Label: SECOND BATTLE
ALBUM REVIEW
These musicians started their recording career with an album of cover versions as Corporal Gander's Fire Dog Brigade: On The Rocks (1970). It was recorded before Leistner joined and they adopted the name Wind. In 1971 they recorded the legendary album Seasons - one of the most sought-after German albums nowadays. This was the second of three releases on the low price Plus label. The varied album captured Wind in different moods: "Dear Little Friend" was a thundering heavy rocker and "What Do We Do Now" a vintage progressive rock anthem with fine use of organ and flute. "Romance" is a charming interlude for prepared piano and "Now It's Over" had melancholic, folky vibes like the 1969 Pink Floyd. "Springwind" had haunting vocal lines and finally came the 15 minute closing track "Red Morningbird" with its floating, moody folk whispering, interrupted by some outrageuosly heavy outbursts. This is one of the classics of German progressive rock that will always be remembered for its powerful hammond organ versus electric guitar sound. It should appeal both to fans of progressive heavy rock and fans of folk-rock as performed by the artists on the Pilz label. (Dag Erik Asbjornsen)
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