Credits:

Procol Harum

Description:

US Release Series] The first album released in 1967 is reissued in US version with "Blue Shadow" included! The first single song (M-1) "Blue Shadow", which reached #1 in the UK and #5 in the US, was not included in the UK release at that time and was included in the US release. The debut release, featuring the soulful vocals of Gary Brooker, the guitar playing of Robin Trower, the duet of Matthew Fischer's organ and Brecker's piano, and the drum playing of B.J. Wilson, all of which are indispensable, is the best ensemble on the record, with Fischer's The entire album, including the dramatic development of M-10, has the flavor of a masterpiece. This reissue includes the historical song "Blue Shadow" and is available in US format. The single version (mono) included as a bonus track is also available for your enjoyment.

Tracklisting:

01. A WHITER SHADE OF PALE
02. SHE WANDERED THROUGH THE GARDEN FENCE
03. SOMETHING FOLLOWING ME
04. MABEL
05. CERDES (OUTSIDE THE GATES OF)
06. A CHRISTMAS CAMEL
07. CONQUISTADOR
08. KALEIDOSCOPE
09. SALAD DAYS (ARE HERE AGAIN)
10. REPENT WALPURGIS
BONUS TRACKS(MONO SINGLE VERSION)
11. A WHITER SHADE OF PALE
12. LIME STREET BLUES
13. HOMBURG
14. GOOD CAPTAIN CLACK