Locomotiv GT

Mindig Magasabbra

Locomotiv GT Mindig Magasabbra
Label: Pepita
Country: Hungary
Released: 1976
Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Release Overview

Locomotiv GT, a prominent Hungarian rock band, released their album "Mindig Magasabbra" (translated as "Higher and Higher") in 1975. This was their fourth studio LP, issued under the Pepita label with the catalog number SLPX 17490. The album was recorded in the autumn of 1975 at Magyar Rádió Studios in Budapest, Hungary.

Lineup and Contributions

This album marked the recording debut of guitarist János "James" Karácsony. He joined Locomotiv GT after Tamás Barta left the band during their US tour in 1974. The lineup features Gábor Presser, who played electric and acoustic piano, Hammond organ, and provided lead vocals. Tamás Somló contributed bass guitar, saxophones, harmonica, and also sang lead vocals. József Laux was responsible for drums and percussion. The lyrics for the album were penned by Anna Adamis, while Attila Apró produced the record. Sound engineers Endre Radányi and György Kovács worked on the recording process.

Musical Style and Composition

"Mindig Magasabbra" blends various musical styles, including progressive rock, funk rock, and art rock. The album features intricate arrangements that combine classical motifs with American funk influences. The use of clavinet grooves, soulful vocal harmonies, and jazz-inflected brass arrangements enrich the sound. The opening track is a three-part instrumental suite titled "Intuitio Molto Furtivamente," which sets a complex tone for the album. "Szólj Rám, Ha Hangosan Énekelek" became a popular funk-rock hit. Other noteworthy tracks include the title anthem "Mindig Magasabbra" and the emotional ballad "Neked Írom A Dalt" ("I Write This Song for You").

Recording Context

This album emerged from a significant period in the band's history, showcasing their evolution in sound and lineup. The recording at Magyar Rádió Studios in Budapest allowed for a professional production quality. The collaboration between the band members and the production team contributed to the album's distinct sound. The varied instrumentation, from electric pianos to saxophones and drums, reflects the band's diverse influences and musical creativity.

Final Details

"Mindig Magasabbra" was released in 1975 and features a total of ten tracks.

Tracklist

Intuitio Molto Furtivamente
A2Szólj Rám, Ha Hangosan Énekelek
Written-By – Adamis*Written-By – Presser*
4:36
A3Arra Mennék Én
Written-By – Presser*
3:18
A4Mindig Magasabbra
Written-By – Presser*Written-By – Laux*
3:52
A5És Jött A Doktor
Written-By – Presser*
4:28
B1Neked Írom A Dalt
Written-By – Presser*
5:17
B2Álomarcú Lány
Written-By – Adamis*Written-By – Somló*
4:42
B3Nekem Ne Mondja Senki
Written-By – Adamis*Written-By – Somló*
3:53
B4Egy Elfelejtett Szó
Written-By – Adamis*Written-By – Presser*
4:03
B5Ülök A Járdán
Written-By – Adamis*Written-By – Somló*
4:17

Credits

  • Bass Guitar, Alto Saxophone, Saxophone [Electronic], Vocals, Harmonica [Szájharmonika] – Somló Tamás*
  • Electric Piano [Fender], Clavinet, Piano, Organ, Vocals – Presser Gábor*
  • Engineer – Radányi Endre*
  • Engineer – Kovács György*
  • Graphics – Kemény György
  • Guitar, Acoustic Guitar – Karácsony János*
  • Lacquer Cut By – E0*
  • Lyrics By [Poems] – Adamis Anna*
  • Percussion – Laux József*
  • Photography By – Alapfy András*
  • Producer – Apró Attila*
  • Technician – Fék György*
Tags:
ROCK Prog Rock
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