Tempest – Tempest

Tempest – Tempest

Tempest – Tempest is a captivating example of early-1970s British progressive rock, combining adventurous arrangements with elements of folk, psychedelic rock, and jazz-influenced musicianship. The album has an atmospheric, exploratory character, moving between intricate instrumental passages, melodic songwriting, and darker psychedelic textures.

The record opens with "Gorgon," setting an expansive tone with its progressive arrangement and shifting dynamics. "Foyers Of Fun" brings a more melodic and energetic feel, while "Dark House" explores a darker, more atmospheric side of the band's sound.

"Brothers" closes the first side with a concise and melodic composition, before the second side opens with "Up And On." The track develops the album's progressive character through changing rhythms and instrumental interplay, while "Grey And Black" provides a shorter, more restrained contrast.

The intriguing "Strangeher" continues the album's experimental character before the record closes with "Upon Tomorrow." At over six minutes, the track gives the band room to develop an expansive arrangement and provides a suitably ambitious conclusion.

Tempest will appeal particularly to collectors interested in obscure British progressive rock and the more adventurous side of early-1970s rock music. Its combination of progressive structures, psychedelic atmosphere, folk influences, and strong musicianship makes it an intriguing discovery beyond the better-known names of the era.

A worthwhile addition for fans of King Crimson, Gentle Giant, Family, Jethro Tull, Traffic, and British progressive rock, Tempest is an atmospheric and distinctive record for collectors exploring the underground side of the genre.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Gorgon – 5:41
2. Foyers Of Fun – 3:38
3. Dark House – 5:00
4. Brothers – 3:35

Side B

1. Up And On – 4:18
2. Grey And Black – 2:26
3. Strangeher – 4:07
4. Upon Tomorrow – 6:15