2 CD / LP/ 7″ – UK Import
Deluxe 50th Anniversary deluxe two CD/LP/7″ edition of the classic 1969 debut album by Van Der Graaf Generator.
Features a CD of rare and previously unreleased tracks including two previously unreleased demos from 1967, the BBC Top Gear session from 1968 and singles, a facsimile 180gm vinyl LP pressing housed in the withdrawn UK gatefold sleeve design, a 7-inch single of the very rare withdrawn release “People You Were Going To” b/w ‘firebrand”, a book with many previously unseen photos and cuttings and an essay by sid smith featuring an exclusive interview with Peter Hammill. Also includes a 1968 poster designed by Peter Hammil.
Van der Graaf Generator were true pioneers of so-called progressive rock, and their impressive career spanning five decades features many ground-breaking works. Always progressing stylistically in the true sense of the word, Van Der Graaf Generator’s music remains inspirational.