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Brand X - Studio Albums Collection 1976-1980 (6CD) Virgin Charisma Paper Sleeve Series Reissue 2006

Brand X - Studio Albums 1976-1980 (6CD)
Virgin Charisma Paper Sleeve Series Reissue 2006

EAC | FLAC | Image (Cue&Log) ~ 1.78 Gb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 813 Mb | Scans included
Label: Toshiba EMI Ltd/Virgin/Charisma | # VJCP-68782-68787 | Time: 04:27:33
Jazz Rock, Fusion, Art Rock, Prog-Rock

Brand X was a jazz fusion band active 1975–1980 and 1992–1999. Noted members included Phil Collins (drums), Percy Jones (bass), John Goodsall (guitar) and Robin Lumley (keyboards). In 1992, original members Goodsall and Jones formed a new trio version of Brand X, with drummer Frank Katz.

Brand X - Missing Period (1997) Reissue 2014  Music

Posted by Designol at Dec. 28, 2023
Brand X - Missing Period (1997) Reissue 2014

Brand X - Missing Period (1997) Reissue 2014
EAC | FLAC | Image (Cue&Log) ~ 344 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 121 Mb | Scans included
Jazz-Rock, Fusion | Label: Gonzo Multimedia | # HST184CD | Time: 00:50:38

Recorded before the release of the Brand X debut Unorthodox Behavior, these 1975-1976 recordings represent the earliest known preservations of the group's beginnings. These are quality recordings that include previously unavailable material. The shining talent and genius of this, the most important of Brit jazz-fusion groups, comes through brightly. Brand X has long been a "musicians' band" where the fretwork of John Goodsall, percussion of Phil Collins, keyboard techniques of Robert Lumley, and bass of Percy Jones inspire others to greater attainment. Still, no music degree is required to appreciate this invigorating, unforgettable music that still sounds remarkably fresh and forward thinking. Over 50 minutes of stunning exploration is contained in the original quintet's six never-before-heard songs. Even after 20 years, Brand X remains in its incipient form the final word in guitar-based progress jazz-rock.

Brand X - Livestock (1977)  Vinyl & HR

Posted by v3122 at July 22, 2021
Brand X - Livestock (1977)

Brand X - Livestock (1977)
Vinyl Rip | 32-bit/384 kHz | WavPack(Tracks) > 5.10 Gb | Artwork(jpg) > 3.44 Mb
or 24-bit/192 kHz | Flac(Image + Cue) > 1.48 Gb
or 24-bit/44.1 kHz | Flac(Image + Cue) > 465 Mb
Passport Records, PB 9824 | Prog Rock, Jazz Rock

Lest the momentum of Moroccan Roll and its relative chart success go to waste, Brand X released a stopgap solution with Livestock, featuring three recent live tracks and two stockpiled studio tracks that actually predate the Moroccan Roll sessions by two months…

Brand X - Masques (1978) [Reissue 1989]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Nov. 8, 2022
Brand X - Masques (1978) [Reissue 1989]

Brand X - Masques (1978) [Reissue 1989]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 275 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 115 MB | Covers - 16 MB
Genre: Jazz Rock, Fusion | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Virgin Records (CASCD 1138)

Without the drumming of Phil Collins, who does appear on some of Brand X's albums, Masques still maintains a snug, jazzy-prog milieu and comes off clean and tight. Each song has a different beat, speed, and tempo with a satisfying assortment of keyboards and percussion instruments to keep the entire album afloat. Resounding xylophone and chimes outline the music on the seven tracks, with "Earth Dance" and "The Poke" coming up a little bit stronger than the rest. Most notably is the superb musical interplay of all the instruments used, and the way in which they enhance and benefit one another. The progressive rock sound does evolve by way of lengthy guitar passages from John Goodsall and accelerated keyboard fingering from Morris Pert, adding spice and vivaciousness while popping up when least expected. Masques is a firm studio album, and will keep listeners fascinated with the band.
Brand X - Unorthodox Behaviour (1976) [2014, Universal Music Japan, UICY-76412]

Brand X - Unorthodox Behaviour (1976)
EAC | Flac(Image) + Cue + Log & MP3 CBR 320Kbps
Universal Music Japan, UICY-76412 | ~ 235 or 104 Mb | Scans(png) -> 185 Mb
Jazz Fusion / Jazz Rock / Jazz Funk / Art Rock

Cardboard sleeve reissue from Brand X features remastering in 2014 for the first time and the high-fidelity SHM-CD format.

Brand X - Moroccan Roll (1977) [Reissue 1989]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Nov. 4, 2022
Brand X - Moroccan Roll (1977) [Reissue 1989]

Brand X - Moroccan Roll (1977) [Reissue 1989]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 281 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 116 MB | Covers - 19 MB
Genre: Jazz Rock, Fusion | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Virgin Records (CASDC 1126)

Morrocan Roll is not a step toward the rock & roll side of the fusion equation, but rather an experiment with Eastern sounds and softer textures that trades in the thunderstorms of their debut for rhythmically rich siroccos. Expanded to a quintet with the addition of percussionist Morris Pert, Brand X balances their arrangements with more equanimity, resulting in a subdued sound that is mesmerizing rather than arresting. The songs are written by individual members (their debut credited the band), but this doesn't yield the results you might expect: while Percy Jones' "Orbits" is essentially a showcase for the fretless bass, Lumley's "Disco Suicide" shares more with Frank Zappa than the artist's typically dreamy tones, and it's Phil Collins' "Why Should I Lend You Mine" that sounds most like the work of Lumley…

Brand X - Live At The Roxy LA (1995) {Zok}  Music

Posted by TestTickles at July 4, 2020
Brand X - Live At The Roxy LA (1995) {Zok}

Brand X - Live At The Roxy LA (1995) {Zok}
EAC Rip | FLAC with CUE and LOG | scans | 309 mb
MP3 CBR 320 kbps | RAR | 164 mb
Genre: jazz fusion, jazz rock

Live At The Roxy LA is a 1995 live album by Brand X. This is the band that featured Phil Collins, involved in a jazz fusion/rock fusion band as a second job along with Genesis and later a solo career became full time tasks. This is taken from a live recording done in 1974. This is a Zok presentation.
Brand X - Livestock (1977) [2014, Universal Music Japan, UICY-76414] Re-up

Brand X - Livestock (1977)
EAC | Flac(Image) + Cue + Log & MP3 CBR 320Kbps
Universal Music Japan, UICY-76414 | ~ 249 or 105 Mb | Scans(png) -> 154 Mb
Jazz Fusion / Jazz Rock / Jazz Funk / Art Rock

Cardboard sleeve reissue from Brand X features remastering in 2014 for the first time and the high-fidelity SHM-CD format…

Brand X - Livestock (1977) [Reissue 1989]  Music

Posted by gribovar at Nov. 6, 2022
Brand X - Livestock (1977) [Reissue 1989]

Brand X - Livestock (1977) [Reissue 1989]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 231 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 97 MB | Covers - 22 MB
Genre: Jazz Rock, Fusion | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Virgin Records (CLACD5)

Lest the momentum of Moroccan Roll and its relative chart success go to waste, Brand X released a stopgap solution with Livestock, featuring three recent live tracks and two stockpiled studio tracks that actually predate the Moroccan Roll sessions by two months. As might be expected, it's not their most enduring work, although the inclusion of three new originals and the clean recording obtained from the Hammersmith Odeon and Marquee Club performances produce respectable results. Two of the three live tracks feature drummer Kenwood Dennard, who lends his superlative skins to the smooth fusion of "Nightmare Patrol" and a frenzied reading of the popular "Malaga Virgen." (Genesis had finished their tour that same year, so you can't begrudge Phil Collins the holiday)…
Brand X - Product (1979) [2014, Universal Music Japan, UICY-76416]

Brand X - Product (1979)
EAC | Flac(Image) + Cue + Log & MP3 CBR 320Kbps
Universal Music Japan, UICY-76416 | ~ 282 or 111 Mb | Scans(png) -> 152 Mb
Jazz Fusion / Jazz Rock / Art Rock

Brand X's most eclectic album to date, Product is perhaps most notable for its attempts at a pop crossover in the Phil Collins-sung "Don't Make Waves" and "Soho." The range of styles presented here – hard and soft fusion, pop, progressive rock – results from the now-interchangeable nature of the Brand X lineup, which, in addition to the returning Collins and Robin Lumley, is expanded to include bassist John Giblin and drummer Mike Clarke…