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Gary Moore & Colosseum II - Streets And Walkways: The Best Of Gary Moore & Colosseum II (1996)

Gary Moore & Colosseum II - Streets And Walkways: The Best Of Gary Moore & Colosseum II (1996)
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Jazz Rock, Blues Rock, Guitar Virtuoso | Music Club #MCCD 272

This 1996 Streets And Walkways: The Best Of Gary Moore & Colosseum II provides a good overview of Colosseum II 's Electric Savage and War Dance while it also adds some songs from 1978's Back on the Streets by Gary Moore. Gary Moore has earned the status of guitar legend. This disc shows that he was as adept at playing in a jazz-fusion style as he was as a high octane rocker. This is an excellent introduction, for those who have only heard his more famous stuff, to a different side of Gary's playing.

Colosseum - The Collectors Colosseum (1971) {1993, Remastered}  Music

Posted by popsakov at Nov. 12, 2022
Colosseum - The Collectors Colosseum (1971) {1993, Remastered}

Colosseum - The Collectors Colosseum (1971) {1993, Remastered}
EAC Rip | FLAC (Tracks) + Cue + m3u8 + Log ~ 305 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 117 Mb
Full Scans | 00:38:29 | RAR 5% Recovery
Blues Rock, Jazz Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Progressive Rock | Sequel Records #NEX CD 255

The Collectors' Colosseum is a compilation album by Colosseum that was released in England in 1971. Colosseum are an English jazz rock band, mixing blues, rock and jazz-based improvisation. Colin Larkin wrote that "the commercial acceptance of jazz rock in the UK" was mainly due to the band. Between 1975 and 1978 a separate band Colosseum II existed playing progressive rock.
Colosseum - Daughter Of Time (1970) {2004, Expanded Edition, Remastered}

Colosseum - Daughter Of Time (1970) {2004, Expanded Edition, Remastered}
EAC Rip | FLAC (Img) + Cue + Log ~ 369 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 155 Mb
Full Scans | 00:46:26 | RAR 5% Recovery
Progressive Rock, Jazz Rock, Fusion, Psychedelic Rock | Sanctuary Midline #SMRCD119

Daughter of Time is the fourth album by Colosseum, released in 1970. The album remained for five weeks in the UK Albums Chart peaking number 23. Recorded in the midst of an upheaval in the band's lineup, only one of its eight tracks, "Three Score and Ten, Amen", features all six of the official band members. Mike DeGagne gave the album a rave retrospective review in Allmusic, chiefly praising the wide variety of instruments used, but also acknowledging the melancholy tones and sense of drama. His only criticism was that the songs are too short, "all around six minutes in length" (in fact, only three of the songs are around six minutes in length, and half of them are much shorter).
Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {2012, Expanded Edition, Remastered}

Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {2012, Expanded Edition, Remastered}
2CD | EAC Rip | FLAC (Tracks) + Cue + m3u + Log ~ 815 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 294 Mb
Full Scans | 01:07:11 + 00:41:55 | RAR 5% Recovery
Jazz Rock, Progressive Rock | Esoteric Recordings #ECLEC22315

Several years after the original art rock supergroup Colosseum disbanded, drummer Jon Hiseman formed Colosseum II, a more jazz fusion-oriented outfit featuring guitarist Gary Moore (Thin Lizzy) and keyboardist Don Airey. Their eclectic debut, Strange New Flesh, shows some impressive chops from all involved, with an emphasis on Moore's soulful guitar leads. Vocalist Mike Starr, while not an immensely engaging singer, does a nice job keeping up with Hiseman and bass player Neil Murray. Highlights include the technically showy but blissfully irreverent ode to Pink Floyd, "Dark Side of the Moog," a nice version of Joni Mitchell's "Down to You," and the funky "Gemini and Leo."

Colosseum II - Electric Savage (1977) {1993, US 1st Press}  Music

Posted by popsakov at Jan. 11, 2023
Colosseum II - Electric Savage (1977) {1993, US 1st Press}

Colosseum II - Electric Savage (1977) {1993, US 1st Press}
EAC Rip | FLAC (Img) + Cue + Log ~ 302 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 133 Mb
Full Scans | 00:41:47 | RAR 5% Recovery
Jazz Rock, Progressive Rock | One Way Records / MCA Special Products #MCAD-22081

Colosseum II was a British band formed in 1975 by the former Colosseum drummer and leader, Jon Hiseman, following the 1974 demise of his band Tempest. Hiseman announced his plan to form the band eventually named Colosseum II in November 1974, but only Gary Moore was named as a member. Rehearsals were due to begin on January 1, 1975, but a permanent unit was not finalised until May 1975. Among musicians who almost made the group were Graham Bell, Duncan Mackay and Mark Clarke. The final line-up was completed by Don Airey, Neil Murray and Mike Starrs. The band was oriented toward jazz fusion, much of which was driven by the guitar work of Moore, leading to a much heavier sound than the original Colosseum band.

Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {1989, Japanese Edition}  Music

Posted by popsakov at Dec. 30, 2022
Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {1989, Japanese Edition}

Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {1989, Japanese Edition}
EAC Rip | WavPack (Img) + Cue + Log ~ 284 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 107 Mb
Covers Included | 00:42:23 | RAR 5% Recovery
Jazz Rock, Fusion, Progressive Rock | Bronze / Teichiku Records #TECP-18014

Several years after the original art rock supergroup Colosseum disbanded, drummer Jon Hiseman formed Colosseum II, a more jazz fusion-oriented outfit featuring guitarist Gary Moore (Thin Lizzy) and keyboardist Don Airey. Their eclectic debut, Strange New Flesh, shows some impressive chops from all involved, with an emphasis on Moore's soulful guitar leads. Vocalist Mike Starr, while not an immensely engaging singer, does a nice job keeping up with Hiseman and bass player Neil Murray. Highlights include the technically showy but blissfully irreverent ode to Pink Floyd, "Dark Side of the Moog," a nice version of Joni Mitchell's "Down to You," and the funky "Gemini and Leo."

Colosseum II - War Dance (1977) {1993, Reissue}  Music

Posted by popsakov at Sept. 8, 2021
Colosseum II - War Dance (1977) {1993, Reissue}

Colosseum II - War Dance (1977) {1993, Reissue}
EAC Rip | FLAC (Img) + Cue + Log ~ 298 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 109 Mb
Full Scans | 00:42:29 | RAR 5% Recovery
One Way Records / MCA Special Products #MCAD-22082 | US
Jazz Rock / Fusion / Progressive Rock

Wardance shows many of the attributes associated to symphonic rock, from a surrealistic record cover and detailed information about what amplifiers and cymbals the band uses, to song titles like "Star Maiden/Mysterioso/Quasar." But even though Colosseum II had much in common with symphonic rock, they were more of a jazz-rock or fusion band. While none of the musicians are anything even close to restrictive in their playing, Moore's solo guitar is what many of the songs are built up around.

Colosseum - The Grass Is Greener (1969) {2011, Reissue}  Music

Posted by popsakov at March 10, 2023
Colosseum - The Grass Is Greener (1969) {2011, Reissue}

Colosseum - The Grass Is Greener (1969) {2011, Reissue}
EAC Rip | FLAC (Img) + Cue + Log ~ 417 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 155 Mb
Full Scans | 00:55:33 | RAR 5% Recovery
Jazz Rock, Fusion, Progressive Rock | Talking Elephant Records #TECD181

The second album from this British jazz-rock quintet rocks harder than their first outing. Their take on Jack Bruce's "Rope Ladder to the Moon" is especially strong, and "Jumping off the Sun" has a similar feel. "Bolero" has been done to death, but guitarist Dave Clempson (who later replaced Peter Frampton in Humble Pie) uses it to launch a showcase of guitar fireworks. In fact, Clempson's blazing guitar licks shine throughout. Dick Heckstall-Smith once again impresses on his arsenal of saxophones and woodwinds, and the seven-and-a-half minute title cut which he co-wrote with drummer Jon Hiseman is a highlight of this disc.

Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {1987, Reissue}  Music

Posted by popsakov at Nov. 18, 2023
Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {1987, Reissue}

Colosseum II - Strange New Flesh (1976) {1987, Reissue}
EAC Rip | FLAC (Tracks) + Cue + m3u + Log ~ 297 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 130 Mb
Full Scans | 00:41:37 | RAR 5% Recovery
Jazz Rock, Fusion, Progressive Rock | Castle Communications #CLACD 104

Several years after the original art rock supergroup Colosseum disbanded, drummer Jon Hiseman formed Colosseum II, a more jazz fusion-oriented outfit featuring guitarist Gary Moore (Thin Lizzy) and keyboardist Don Airey. Their eclectic debut, Strange New Flesh, shows some impressive chops from all involved, with an emphasis on Moore's soulful guitar leads. Vocalist Mike Starr, while not an immensely engaging singer, does a nice job keeping up with Hiseman and bass player Neil Murray. Highlights include the technically showy but blissfully irreverent ode to Pink Floyd, "Dark Side of the Moog," a nice version of Joni Mitchell's "Down to You," and the funky "Gemini and Leo."
Colosseum - Daughter Of Time (1970) {2005, Japanese Reissue, Remastered} Repost

Colosseum - Daughter Of Time (1970) {2005, Japanese Reissue, Remastered}
EAC Rip | FLAC (Img) + Cue + Log ~ 337 Mb | MP3 CBR320 ~ 123 Mb
Full Scans | 00:42:53 | RAR 5% Recovery
Progressive Rock / Art Rock / Jazz Rock / Fusion / Psychedelic Rock
Arcàngelo #ARC-7085

A concept album loosely based on man's fascination and allure for war throughout the ages, Daughter of Time contains all the elements required to create a pure progressive rock album. Joining David Greenslade and Chris Farlowe is Louis Cennamo from Renaissance, who plucks away at the bass guitar with a heavy hand. A multitude of instruments combine to create a brilliant melange of music on every one of the eight songs. Vibrant spurts of trombone, trumpet, and flute are driven to the height of each song, which gives way to some implements of jazz fusion.