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Omega - Élő Omega Kisstadion ’77 (2023)  Music

Posted by delpotro at May 15, 2023
Omega - Élő Omega Kisstadion ’77 (2023)

Omega - Élő Omega Kisstadion ’77 (2023)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+log+.cue) - 668 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 276 Mb | Scans included | 01:21:43
Hard Rock, Progressive Rock | Label: GrundRecords

This publication contains the recording of Omega's concert held in the Kisstadion on August 19, 1977. A wonderful and extremely important document from the period when Omega was at the height of its career. In 1976-77, The Time Robber played all over Europe. Their concert program also focused on the material from the Időrabló album, only looking back to a few songs from their previous album, Nem tijum a nevedig. The mood of the performance was elevated throughout, Omega's playing was perfectly mature and dynamic - from the Overture to the encore. János Karácsony, guitarist of LGT, drummer Csaba Debreczeni, and the singing trio Cini and Tinik participated in the concert. This recording was not edited by Magyar Rádió in its program at the time, fans were only able to hear it in 1991. The cut version of the concert was available on CD in a limited edition boxed edition, but the classical material can be heard in its entirety for the first time on this edition.

Omega - Élő Omega (1972) [4CD 50th Anniversary Edition 2022]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Dec. 14, 2022
Omega - Élő Omega (1972) [4CD 50th Anniversary Edition 2022]

Omega - Elo Omega (1972) [4CD 50th Anniversary Edition 2022]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 1,33 GB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 519 MB | Covers - 221 MB
Genre: Hard Rock, Progressive Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: GrundRecords (GOBOX01)

4th Omega album, containing new, for that time, songs recorded live.
The first Hungarian hard rock album, "Élő Omega", is 50 years old! On this occasion, a special gift box was released to the delight of Omega fans. 4 CDs, a picture book and the insert of the original sound record were included in the exclusive-looking, metallic-covered box.
The first disc is the same as the regular release, containing the remastered original album and 4 songs from the two singles associated with the disc.
The second CD contains the raw mix of the album from 1972. In addition to not containing audience noise, this audio differs from the original mix…

Omega - XI (1982) [Reissue 2022]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Dec. 9, 2022
Omega - XI (1982) [Reissue 2022]

Omega - XI (1982) [Reissue 2022]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 467 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 144 MB | Covers - 122 MB
Genre: New Wave, Pop Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: GrundRecords (GO15)

1982, hard times for prog and, like many other bands then, Omega changed their sound. Not only because of fashion - Omega musicians were seriously keen on computer technologies. As a result the album has obvious new wave sound, almost nothing reminds here of Omega's space-rock from the 70's.

Omega - Csillagok Útján (1978) [Reissue 2022]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Nov. 14, 2022
Omega - Csillagok Útján (1978) [Reissue 2022]

Omega - Csillagok Utjan (1978) [Reissue 2022]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 247 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 85 MB | Covers - 60 MB
Genre: Progressive Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: GrundRecords (GO11)

Finally, with their eighth Hungarian album Omega reached the peak of their space/prog achievements. Forget about the cover image where the band members wear horrible glittering garment in the vein of ABBA or Bee Gees! Just listen to the music. Production is very good and probably for the first time Omega knew how to make a strong album without often poor heavy rock fillers. The opening notes of Nytany with Beethoven's 5th suggests more symphonic influences than on earlier albums. Benko's keyboards are excellent and provide rich sound palette and space/psychedelic sensation, while Molnar shows that he knows how to add tasty and effective guitar solo spices…

Omega - Az Arc (1981) [Reissue 2022]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Dec. 7, 2022
Omega - Az Arc (1981) [Reissue 2022]

Omega - Az Arc (1981) [Reissue 2022]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 532 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 160 MB | Covers - 127 MB
Genre: Progressive Rock, Hard Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: GrundRecords (GO14)

Omega's 10th album "Az Arc" (The Face) is a departure form their 70's Symphonic-progressive Rock. The music is harder with grungy guitars,stomping drums,heavy bass and keyboards.( I found the keyboard sound the weakest element of this album due to it's "modern rock/new wave" influenced experimental sound. It comes accross skimpy at times, like playing a little toy keyboard.) Other wise, it is a very good album, mature and focused with somewhat political and philosophical lyrics about the fear of growing old, politics of everyday life and the lack of personal and artistic freedom.

Omega - Omega 5 (1973) [Reissue 2022]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Nov. 2, 2022
Omega - Omega 5 (1973) [Reissue 2022]

Omega - Omega 5 (1973) [Reissue 2022]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 323 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 118 MB | Covers - 73 MB
Genre: Progressive Rock, Hard Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: GrundRecords (GO07)

The most successful Hungarian rock band in history, Omega is one of the rare bands to have been known outside in his country. The legend has it that as albums were released in other countries it became necessary to brake the language barrier. Their music is a combination of Eastern European prog with a bit of symphonic and a bit of psyche prog. The result is a dark orchestrated sound combined with extended improvisation. Their discography actually starts in the early 60's, and goes in till today in a more modern register.

Omega - Best Of Omega Vol. 1-3 (2005-2007)  Music

Posted by gribovar at March 20, 2021
Omega - Best Of Omega Vol. 1-3 (2005-2007)

Omega - Best Of Omega Vol. 1-3 (2005-2007)
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 1,55 GB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 506 MB | Covers - 108 MB
Genre: Progressive/Psychedelic Rock, Hard Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Dunefish/Mega

The most successful Hungarian rock band in history, Omega is one of the rare bands to have been known outside in his country. Their music is a combination of Eastern European prog with a bit of symphonic and a bit of psych prog. The result is a dark orchestrated sound combined with extended improvisation. Their discography actually starts in the early 60's, and goes in till today in a more modern register.

Omega - Nem Tudom a Neved (1975) [Reissue 2022]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Nov. 3, 2022
Omega - Nem Tudom a Neved (1975) [Reissue 2022]

Omega - Nem Tudom a Neved (1975) [Reissue 2022]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 336 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 114 MB | Covers - 63 MB
Genre: Progressive Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: GrundRecords (GO08)

The six album "Nem Tudom a Neved" is an important release in band's career, a transition from more straight rock oriented sound to their most progressive period. Like most Omega albums it shows band's ability to create nice memorable melodies.
The most successful Hungarian rock band in history, Omega is one of the rare bands to have been known outside in his country. The legend has it that as albums were released in other countries it became necessary to brake the language barrier. Their music is a combination of Eastern European prog with a bit of symphonic and a bit of psyche prog. The result is a dark orchestrated sound combined with extended improvisation. Their discography actually starts in the early 60's, and goes in till today in a more modern register.

Omega - Omega 7: Időrabló (1977) [Reissue 2022]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Nov. 1, 2022
Omega - Omega 7: Időrabló (1977) [Reissue 2022]

Omega - Omega 7: Idorablo (1977) [Reissue 2022]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 262 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 99 MB | Covers - 63 MB
Genre: Progressive/Psychedelic Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: GrundRecords (GO09)

The seventh Hungarian release marks the attempt of Omega to shift their sound into more space-rock defined style. However, the attempt appears to be only partially successful.
The most successful Hungarian rock band in history, Omega is one of the rare bands to have been known outside in his country. The legend has it that as albums were released in other countries it became necessary to brake the language barrier. Their music is a combination of Eastern European prog with a bit of symphonic and a bit of psyche prog. The result is a dark orchestrated sound combined with extended improvisation. Their discography actually starts in the early 60's, and goes in till today in a more modern register.

Omega - Szimfónia & Rapszódia (2012)  Music

Posted by gribovar at May 19, 2021
Omega - Szimfónia & Rapszódia (2012)

Omega - Szimfonia & Rapszodia (2012)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 989 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 309 MB | Covers - 28 MB
Genre: Symphonic Progressive Rock | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Mega (MCDA 12002)

The most successful Hungarian rock band in history, Omega is one of the rare bands to have been known outside in his country. The legend has it that as albums were released in other countries it became necessary to brake the language barrier. Their music is a combination of Eastern European prog with a bit of symphonic and a bit of psyche prog. The result is a dark orchestrated sound combined with extended improvisation. Their discography actually starts in the early 60's, and goes in till today in a more modern register.
2012 re-recording of Omega hits with symphonic sounding, including a live bonus recording of Symphony. CD 1 features an instrumental medley titled Szimfónia, CD 2 features Hungarian language versions of the Omega Rhapsody CD tracks.