Pink Floyd - Dark Side Of The Moon
Psychedelic Rock, Prog Rock, Prog Rock
EMI EMS-80324 Japan 1973
GB£99.28
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What is a concept album? If you want to know the answer, check out this album.
The eighth album, released in 1973, was a concept album on the theme of "madness" lurking in the human heart. "Money" was released as a single in the US, and led the hit of this album.
Prog Rock, Arena Rock, Glam, Classic Rock
ELEKTRA P-10075E Japan 1975
GB£15.50
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LINER, Hard Stain on Cover, Heavy Mark on Media *The image is not from the actual item.
It topped the UK charts for nine consecutive weeks. It is the most expensive album ever.
A gorgeous, noble, grandiose and dramatic sound.
Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here
CBS SONY SOPO 100, SOPO-100 Japan 1975
GB£23.61
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No. 1 in the UK and US! An album paying tribute to original member Syd Barrett.
The album contains lyrical songs such as "Wish You Were Here," which became the band's signature song.
CBS SONY 25AP 340 Japan 1977
GB£50.64
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A concept album that replaces human social problems with animals.
The tight and aggressive sound expresses the severity of human social issues.
Supertramp - Breakfast In America
A&M AMP-6034 Japan 1979
GB£29.01
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The band's first number one album on the Billboard charts.
Released in 1979, this was the band's sixth album. It was the band's first album to top the Billboard album charts for four consecutive weeks, including the lead single "The Logical Song" and the title track "Breakfast in America," which was re-cut as a single.
Art Rock, Alternative Rock, Prog Rock
CBS SONY 40AP 1750~1 Japan 1979
GB£601.99
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SEALED
A spectacular rock opera album that took the world by storm.
A double concept album released in 1979. It reached number 3 in the UK and number 1 in the US, and has sold over 30 million copies worldwide. The lead single, "Another Brick in the Wall," also reached number 1 in both the US and the UK.
Pink Floyd - Dark Side Of The Moon
ODEON EOP-80778 Japan 1973
GB£58.74
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Scratch/damage on Cover, Mark on Media, with Booklet *The image is not from the actual item.
What is a concept album? If you want to know the answer, check out this album.
The eighth album, released in 1973, was a concept album on the theme of "madness" lurking in the human heart. "Money" was released as a single in the US, and led the hit of this album.
ATCO P-11356 Japan 1983
GB£15.50
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This album was produced with a new lineup, including new and returning members.
Released in 1983, this album marked a bold shift towards pop rock.
Electric Light Orchestra - Discovery
JET 25AP 1600, 25AP 1600(JT) Japan 1979
GB£26.31
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LINER
ELO's most successful album, with worldwide sales.
Released in 1979. It stayed at number one in the UK for five weeks and reached number five in the US.
Psychedelic Rock, Prog Rock, Symphonic Rock
ODEON OP-80375 Japan 1971
GB£72.26
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An early masterpiece that beautifully blends the unique qualities of all four members.
Expressed with a unique sound that emphasizes a pastoral atmosphere.
King Crimson - In The Court Of The Crimson King
ATLANTIC P-10115A Japan 1976
GB£42.53
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Tear on Obi, Scratch/damage on Cover *The image is not from the actual item.
A classic British rock and progressive rock album.
It combines a wide range of genres including rock, country, folk, jazz and classical.
EMI EMS-80322 Japan 1971
GB£23.61
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LINER, Scratch/damage on Cover, Mark on Media
An early masterpiece that beautifully blends the unique qualities of all four members.
Expressed with a unique sound that emphasizes a pastoral atmosphere.
CBS SONY 25AP 2410 Japan 1983
GB£20.91
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A masterpiece from just before the band fell apart.
A mysterious, heavy and dark sound that seems to deliberately disrupt the balance of the band.
ATLANTIC P-10102A Japan 1972
GB£18.20
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An early masterpiece that became an instant hit.
Expressed with the dynamism of hard rock and the grandeur of classical music.
BRONZE YS-2649-BZ Japan 1972
GB£15.50
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Side Seam/Spine Split, Mark on Media
Uriah Heep's third album was a hit in Japan too.
It includes "July Morning," which was later selected as one of the band's top 10 best songs, "Tears in My Eyes," and the opener "Look at Yourself."
DOUGHNUT DTP-72003 Japan 1974
GB£23.61
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LINER, Mark on Media
Japan's oldest hard rock band! Breaking preconceived notions.
With his outstanding technique and musical talent, he invigorated the rock scene in the 1970s.
Electric Light Orchestra - Out Of The Blue
UNITED ARTISTS GXG 25~26 Japan 1977
GB£18.20
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A rock dream masterpiece from Electric Light Orchestra.
It combines Beatles-esque harmonies with melodic structures and features symphonic arrangements.
WARNER PIONEER P-10116A Japan 1976
GB£19.82
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Hard Stain on Cover, Hard Stain on Obi *The image is not from the actual item.
A concept album representative of progressive rock.
Overwhelming scale, intricate song structure, and unwavering technique.
Alan Parsons Project - Vulture Culture
ARISTA 25RS-239 Japan 1985
GB£15.50
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LINER, Hard Stain on Obi
A concept album based on Edgar Allan Poe.
Pop, simple, lyrical and melodic sound.
ATLANTIC P-8274A Japan 1972
GB£15.50
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LINER, Hard Stain on Cover
A concept album representative of progressive rock.
Overwhelming scale, intricate song structure, and unwavering technique.
Prog Rock, Prog Rock, Prog Rock
ATLANTIC P-8206A Japan 1972
GB£18.20
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An early masterpiece that became an instant hit.
Expressed with the dynamism of hard rock and the grandeur of classical music.
Yes - Tales From Topographic Oceans
ATLANTIC P-5128~9A Japan 1973
GB£23.61
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LINER
The lyrics and melody express a stronger sense of fantasy and abstraction.
A work that aims to combine esoteric messages with symphonic sounds.
King Crimson - Young Persons' Guide To King Crimson
ATLANTIC P-5532~3A Japan 1976
GB£23.61
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LINER
A collection of masterpieces packed with innovation and tension
This is a best-of album showcasing the multifaceted expression of this band, one of the leading figures in progressive rock. It features key tracks from their early to mid-period, providing a comprehensive look at the evolution of their sound and their experimental spirit.
DOUGHNUT DTP-72099 Japan 1975
GB£26.31
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LINER *The image is not from the actual item.
The last album by Sadistic Mika Band
Chris Thomas was appointed producer as with the previous album "Kurofune". Tsugutoshi Goto, who took over the bass from Rei Ohara, participated in the album, and this was the band's third and final album, suggesting the future Sadistics.