Spirogyra
The Future Won't Be Long - The Albums 1971-1973 (3cd)
Spirogyra was formed by duo Martin Cockerham and Mark Francis in Bolton in 1968, but the band expanded when Cockerham was a student in Canterbury at the end of 1969. The expanded line-up featured Cockerham (guitar, vocals), Barbara Gaskin (lead vocals), Steve Borrill (bass) and Julian Cusack (violin, keyboards) and secured a contract with B&C Records in 1970. the band released three albums: 'St Radigunds', 'Old Boot Wine' and 'Bells, Boots And Shambles'. Despite achieving critical praise, Spirogyra failed to enjoy commercial success which ultimately led to their demise. The trio of albums the band recorded between 1971 and 1973 featured music of innovation and originality and are arguably beyond classification. They remain highly regarded and are sought after by collectors and aficionados of the progressive era. This 3CD collection features four bonus tracks recorded during sessions for `Old Boot Wine' and the 1973 single release 'I Hear You're Going Somewhere (Joe Really)'.