kentgirl22 is pleased to offer for sale the following rare and long out of print re-issue vinyl LP:

AARDVARK

'Aardvark'

Deram Nova Records

Long Deleted Vinyl Reissue Of Awesome UK Prog Rock LP Originally Released In 1970 On The Deram Nova Label

Tracklisting

Side One

1. Copper Sunset (3:39)
2. Very Nice Of You To Call (3:58)
3. Many Things To Do (4:22)
4. The Greencap (6:03)
5. I Can't Stop (5:23)

Side Two

1. The Outing - Yes (9:55)
2. Once Upon A Hill (3:06)
3. Put That In Your Pipe And Smoke It (7:35)

CONDITION

Vinyl: EX

Sleeve: EX

Adveturous UK 1970 progressives, great underground moves led by creative gushing Organ (with wired-up fuzz box effects!) ~ A forgotten gem originally on Deram Nova Records ~ this album stands out by virtue of having no guitars except a bass. The keyboards are working overtime here, and with the inclusion of some trippy electronic effects injected into the 'heady' passages...

A progressive act without a guitar player? That's exactly what this early 70's British foursome is. Originally, they became known mainly because Paul Kossoff and Simon Kirke played in the band before leaving to form legendary band Free. After their departure, Aardvark were mostly a studio act and recorded their only album in 1970. As is to be expected, Aardvark's material is highly keyboard oriented, the brunt of the music being carried by the fuzzed-up Hammond organ which more or less simulates the job of a distorted guitar. (see early Soft Machine in similar Ratledge wired his organ with a fuzz-box) ...The soaring vocals by Skillin are pleasant and the music is quite melodic. The album contains some ear-friendly keys interplay as well as some good R&B guitar riffs and harmonic choruses.

This one off album by Aardvark is one that often flies right by most listeners on the first listening. I know, as I am one that it did. I didn't fully appreciate the wealth of fabulous material here for years after I bought it. But then, one day, in an altered state of mind, it suddenly all became apparent to me. This is truly great early 70s prog very much in the vein of the Nice . . . with some occasional Pink Floyd-like "freak-outs". I am now of the opinion that side 2, track 1: "The Outing - Yes" is one of the most psychedelic tracks ever recorded (and I've heard a few)! So much so, that in the right setting, one can almost get high just by listening to this awesome experience and letting your mind go, surfing on a wave of sound. It starts out rather unexceptionally, as an almost whimsical ditty, supposedly sung by children anticipating an "outing" in the country. But as the song progresses, we find that this is no ordinary outing; not taken physically, but mentally. The band's audio recreation of a mind bending trip is second to none. Other tracks on this album are also equally great, including "Very Nice Of You To Call", and "Copper Sunset".

Truly Awesome UK Prog Monster!!

Long Out Of Print Vinyl Re-Issue With Original Cover Artwork

Shipping Cost:

UK: Free Shipping

Europe: £4.00 (Air Mail) (Shipping cost for each additional lp will be £1.50)

Rest Of World: £7.00 (Air Mail) (Shipping cost for each additional lp will be £2.50)

Please see below for additional information regarding multiple purchase shipping rates and insurance options 

Note: The pictures provided are REAL images of the ACTUAL item you are bidding on. What you see is what you'll get!

Records Are Graded In The Following Way:

MINT: The record displays barely any signs of use, if any, with no marks or deterioration in sound quality. Extra items and cover are near perfect.

EXCELLENT: Shows only minor signs of being played with very little lessening in sound quality. The Cover and extras will have some light wear and or creasing

VERY GOOD: Has been played many times but has no major deterioration in sound quality, despite some noticeable surface marks and occasional light scratches. Cover and extras will have normal wear and tear but no major defects

GOOD: Has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and any extras may suffer from folding, scuffing, split spine, discoloration etc.

FAIR: The record is still just playable and has considerable surface noise and may even jump. Cover and contents will be torn stained and/or defaced.

POOR: The record will not play properly. Covers badly damaged or partly missing

+ or - : Indicates slightly better (+) or slightly lesser (-) condition than main grade

All records are from my personal collection and have been carefully play graded before listing. In many cases I have owned them from new and all have been looked after very well. Please check out my other similar LPs currently listed on eBay.

Auction Conditions - Important : Please read before bidding

UK Bidders

Acceptable methods of payment :

• Cheques
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• PAYPAL

Non-UK Bidders

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• PAYPAL

All payment to be made within 7 days of end of auction.

At the end of the auction I will send you an invoice confirming your winning bid(s) with the total amount payable. Do not send any payment until you have received this invoice.

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Postage & Packaging Notes:

For items to be shipped within the UK

All items are automatically insured for up to £39.

If the value of your win(s) is more than £39 then insurance is highly recommended. The cost of insurance within the UK for items over £39 in value will be £4. If you do not select the insurance option offered in your invoice, then I am not responsible for any loss or damage to your item(s) and cannot refund you should loss or damage occur. By not selecting the insurance option you are stating that you agree to this.

For items to be shipped outside of the UK

The standard air mail postage prices do not include any insurance. For an additional £4 (for packages up to £39 value) or £6 (for packages over £39 value), Royal Mail 'International Signed For' delivery is available. This provides tracking and compensation should your item be damaged or lost.

If you do not select the insurance option offered in your invoice, then I am not responsible for any loss or damage to your items and cannot refund you should loss or damage occur. By not selecting the insurance option you are stating that you agree to this.

Packing Procedures: All LPs are securely and well packed in top quality material to avoid any unnecessary damage during transit. When posted the records are removed from the cover, if possible, and placed in a PVC outer protective sleeve to prevent sleeve splits in the post. I use brand new mailers the "cruciform" style that wrap around the LP. I aim to dispatch all items within 48 hours of receiving payment. It is recommended that you choose the insurance option for higher value items. As stated above I cannot be held responsible for any item(s) lost or damaged in the post that are not shipped via insured / registered mail. I always obtain a certificate proof of posting receipt for every item sent, which will complete our transaction. Thank you for taking the time to look at my listings, I hope you will be lucky if deciding to make a bid. 

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