Andromeda – S/T (1969)

Reviewed by Rekti

Firstly, I have to point out that I hate Emerson, Lake & Palmer; Rick Wakeman’s solo albums; and slightly disowned post-Syd Barret Pink Floyd. These are because I grew up in the punk rock environment. Somehow I could sense difference between intensity and pretentiousness. Later usually could be seen on mega show of progressive rock band, who later will inspire super mega boring guitar shredders. Even though Andromeda was formed around that golden age of prog rock era, these guys are the different shit.

Secondly, the fact is that they disbanded after one album (to join Atomic Rooster later on) is so punk rock. I mean no one even noticed them at the time even to this day. Selling out was the least thing they could hold in mind for sure. Definitely, they were just about dropping some acid, crank the amp up, having some good laugh, and then went home for another job – for another day. Except for one guy who joined Atomic Rooster, he might’ve been tasted a lil’ bit of cock rock glories. But of course you could still argue that Atomic Rooster is so much better than ELP. Then again that’s a bit of different story, sorry.

Andromeda – Turn To Dust