Solaris

Marsbéli Krónikák (The Martian Chronicles)

Solaris Marsbéli Krónikák (The Martian Chronicles)
Label: Start
Country: Hungary
Released: 1984
Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Introduction to Solaris and "Marsbéli Krónikák"

"Marsbéli Krónikák" ("The Martian Chronicles") is the debut album from the Hungarian progressive rock band Solaris, released in 1984. The album came out under the Start / Hungaroton label and is presented in a vinyl LP format. Solaris is recognized for their unique blend of electronic and rock elements, drawing from art rock, symphonic prog, and space rock traditions.

Inspiration and Themes

The album draws inspiration from Ray Bradbury's science-fiction novel of the same name, exploring themes of space colonization and futuristic civilization. The music reflects an atmospheric quality that complements the narrative of interstellar journeys. This thematic alignment enhances the listening experience, making it a journey of its own.

Musical Composition

The album is characterized by a variety of instrumental textures. The rapid and fiery concert flute solos by Kollár Attila are a standout feature, often compared to the styles of Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson. Erdész Róbert’s use of grand piano, Hammond organ, and various synthesizers adds a lush and symphonic layer to the compositions. The electric and acoustic guitar work of István Cziglán provides driving neo-classical riffs, further enriching the sound.

Side A of the album consists of a continuous six-part symphonic suite titled "Marsbéli Krónikák I–VI". This lengthy composition showcases the band's ability to weave together complex musical ideas into a cohesive whole. On Side B, listeners will find standalone instrumental tracks such as "M'ars Poetica" and "Ha Felszáll A Köd (If The Fog Ascends)". Each piece varies in mood and intensity, contributing to the album's diverse sonic landscape.

Production Details

The album was recorded at Hungaroton Studios in Budapest between 1983 and 1984. The production team included Gömör László, Pócs Tamás, and Molnár Ákos. The sound engineers, Szita István, Kálmán Sándor, and Lakatos Gábor, played crucial roles in capturing the intricate sounds of the band. This collaborative effort in production helped to enhance the overall quality of the recording.

Conclusion

The album features a lineup that includes Erdész Róbert on grand piano and synthesizers, Kollár Attila on concert flute, and Cziglán István on electric guitar. "Marsbéli Krónikák" was released in 1984.

Tracklist

A1Marsbéli Krónikák I. = The Martian Chronicles I.
Written-By – Cziglán*Written-By – Erdész*
A2Marsbéli Krónikák II.-III. = The Martian Chronicles II.-III.
Written-By – Erdész*Written-By – Kollár*
A3Marsbéli Krónikák IV.-VI. = The Martian Chronicles IV.-VI.
Written-By – Cziglán*Written-By – Erdész*Written-By – Kollár*
B1M'ars Poetica
Written-By – Cziglán*Written-By – Erdész*Written-By – Kollár*
B2Ha Felszáll A Köd = If The Fog Ascends
Written-By – Bogdán*Written-By – Erdész*Written-By – Kollár*
B3Apokalipszis = Apokalypse
Written-By – Bogdán*Written-By – Erdész*
B4E-Moll Előjáték = Prelude In E Minor
Written-By – Erdész*Written-By – Kollár*
B5Legyőzhetetlen = Undefeatable
Written-By – Bogdán*Written-By – Cziglán*Written-By – Erdész*Written-By – Kollár*
B6Solaris
Written-By – Cziglán*Written-By – Erdész*Written-By – Kollár*Written-By – Seres*

Credits

  • Bass Guitar – Pócs Tamás
  • Drums, Percussion – Gömör László
  • Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Synthesizer, Effects [Billentyűs Effektek] – Cziglán István
  • Engineer – Kálmán Sándor
  • Engineer – Lakatos Gábor
  • Engineer – Szita István
  • Flute, Recorder, Synthesizer, Vocals – Kollár Attila
  • Graphics – Herpai Zoltán
  • Guest, Backing Vocals – Búzás Aida
  • Guest, Backing Vocals – Fábián Tibor
  • Guest, Backing Vocals – Fónagy András
  • Guest, Backing Vocals – Hampl Judit
  • Guest, Backing Vocals – Mándy Bea
  • Guest, Backing Vocals – Vass István
  • Guest, Bass Guitar – Kisszabó Gábor
  • Guest, Drums, Percussion – Raus Ferenc*
  • Guest, Guitar – Bogdán Csaba
  • Guest, Percussion – Tóth Vilmos
  • Lacquer Cut By – HP*
  • Lacquer Cut By – SI*
  • Piano, Organ, Synthesizer [Szintetizátorok] – Erdész Róbert
  • Producer [Zenei Rendező] – Gömör László
  • Producer [Zenei Rendező] – Pócs Tamás
  • Producer [Zenei Rendező] – Molnár Ákos*
Tags:
ELECTRONIC ROCK Art Rock Experimental Prog Rock
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Marsbéli Krónikák I. - The Martian Chronicles I.
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Marsbéli Krónikák II-III. - The Martian Chronicles II-III.
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Marsbéli Krónikák IV-VI. - The Martian Chronicles IV-VI.
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M'ars poetica
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Ha felszáll a köd - If the fog ascends
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Apokalipszis - Apokalypse
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E-moll előjáték - Prelude in E minor
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Legyőzhetetlen - Undefeatable
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Solaris
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Orchideák bolygója - The planet of Orchids
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A sárga kör - The yellow circle

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