Alan Parsons – The Time Machine [2 LP, Black Vinyl LP]

Description

Alan Parsons’The Time Machine marked his third solo venture following the dissolution of the Alan Parsons Project, presenting a sophisticated concept album exploring themes of temporal journey and nostalgic reflection. This Music On Vinyl audiophile pressing across two black vinyl LPs showcases the album that features guest vocals by Tony Hadley (of Spandau Ballet), Colin Blunstone, Mire Brennan (of Clannad), Chris Rainbow (of Camel) and Beverly Craven, creating a stellar collaboration that highlights Parsons’ continued mastery of progressive orchestration and production excellence.

The concept of the album revolves around time travelling and memory of the past, featuring an almost-star cast of musical vets to do the heavy lifting while maintaining the sophisticated sonic palette that defined Parsons’ career. Key tracks include “Temporalia,” “No Future in the Past,” and “The Call Up,” each demonstrating the album’s seamless blend of progressive rock sensibilities with lush orchestral arrangements. The album also stars Ian Bairnson and Stuart Elliott, who previously took part in The Alan Parsons Project, ensuring continuity with the project’s legendary sound while exploring new creative territories.

This Music On Vinyl audiophile edition delivers exceptional sound quality befitting Parsons’ reputation as one of progressive rock’s premier producers and engineers. The 180-gram black vinyl pressing captures every nuance of the album’s intricate arrangements, from the delicate orchestral passages to the more driving rock sections. The album contains a locked groove, making this vinyl edition particularly special for collectors who appreciate such technical details. The audiophile-grade pressing ensures that Parsons’ meticulous production work is presented with the fidelity it deserves.

• Format: Black Vinyl 2LP
• Standout tracks: “Out of the Blue,” “No Future in the Past,” “The Very Last Time“
• Pressing details: Music On Vinyl audiophile edition, 180g vinyl, locked groove feature
• Genre/style: Progressive Rock, Progressive Pop, Art Rock, Symphonic Rock
• UPC: 8719262023529

This audiophile pressing provides the perfect platform to experience Parsons’ temporal masterpiece with the sonic precision his work demands.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. The Time Machine (Part 1)
2. Temporalia
3. Out Of The Blue
4. Call Up

Side B:

1. Ignorance Is Bliss
2. Rubber Universe
3. The Call Of The Wild

Side C:

1. No Future In The Past
2. Press Rewind
3. The Very Last Time

Side D:

1. Far Ago And Long Away
2. The Time Machine (Part 2)
3. The Time Machine (Dr. Evil Edit) (Voice:Mike Myers) [From the film: Austin Powers, The Spy Who Shagged Me]