XXD29101470218Brian Eno Before And After Science LP

Album Info Hide Show Artist: Brian Eno Album: Before And After Science Released: UK & Europe, 17 Nov 2017 Tracklist: A1 No One Receiving Agog [Agong-gong], Percussion [Stick] – Rhett Davies Bass Guitar – Paul Rudolph Drums – Phil Collins Fretless Bass – Percy Jones Guitar – Brian Eno Percussion [Synthesized Percussion] – Brian Eno Piano – Brian Eno Rhythm Guitar – Paul Rudolph Synthesizer – Brian Eno Vocals – Brian Eno A2 Backwater Bass Guitar – Paul Rudolph Brass – Brian Eno Drums – Jaki Liebezeit Piano – Brian Eno Rhythm Guitar – Brian Eno Vocals – Brian Eno A3 Kurt’s Rejoinder Bass [Analog Delay Bass] – Percy Jones Drums – Dave Mattacks Piano [‘Jazz’ Piano] – Brian Eno Synthesizer – Brian Eno Timbales [Brush Timbales] – Shirley Williams Vocals – Brian Eno, Kurt Schwitters A4 Energy Fools The Magician Drums – Phil Collins Fretless Bass – Percy Jones Guitar [Modified Guitar] – Fred Frith Keyboards – Brian Eno Vibraphone – Brian Eno Vocals – Brian Eno A5 King’s Lead Hat Bass Guitar – Paul Rudolph Drums – Andy Fraser Guitar [Guitar Solo], Soloist – Robert Fripp Percussion [Metallics] – Brian Eno Piano [Piano Solo], Soloist – Brian Eno Rhythm Guitar – Brian Eno, Phil Manzanera Vocals – Brian Eno B1 Here He Comes Bass Guitar – Paul Rudolph Drums – Dave Mattacks Guitar – Phil Manzanera Piano – Brian Eno Synthesizer [Moog] – Brian Eno Synthesizer [Yamaha Cs80] – Brian Eno Vocals – Brian Eno B2 Julie With… Bass Guitar – Paul Rudolph Bass [Harmonic Bass] – Paul Rudolph Bells – Brian Eno Guitar – Brian Eno Piano – Brian Eno Synthesizer [Aks] – Brian Eno Synthesizer [Cs80] – Brian Eno Synthesizer [Mini-moog] – Brian Eno Vocals – Brian Eno B3 By This River Electric Piano [Bass Fender Piano] – Mbi Moebius Grand Piano, Electric Piano – Achim Roedelius Synthesizer [Cs80] – Brian Eno Vocals – Brian Eno Written-By – Brian Eno, Mbi Moebius, Achim Roedelius B4 Through Hollow Lands (For Harold Budd) Bass Guitar – Bill MacCormick Bells – Brian Eno Guitar [Cascade Guitars] – Fred Frith Guitar [Melody Guitar] – Brian Eno Keyboards – Brian Eno Performer [Time] – Shirley Williams Synthesizer [Moog] – Brian Eno B5 Spider And I Bass Guitar – Brian Turrington Keyboards – Brian Eno Synthesizer [Aks] – Brian Eno Vocals – Brian Eno Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store We are a small independent record store located at 211 High St, Preston in Melbourne, Australia (North of Northcote, between Thornbury & Reservoir) We buy and sell new and used vinyl records – if you have a collection you’d like to sell please click here . 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The album is divided into two distinct halves: the first side is more rhythmically driven and energetic, while the second side takes on a more ambient and introspective tone. This duality is one of the album’s defining features, showcasing Eno’s versatility as a composer and producer. The opening track, “No One Receiving”, immediately sets the tone with its propulsive rhythm and layered textures. Eno’s use of unconventional instrumentation and production techniques is evident here, creating a sound that feels both futuristic and organic. Tracks like “Backwater” and “King’s Lead Hat” (an anagram of “Talking Heads”, a band Eno would later collaborate with) highlight his knack for crafting quirky, infectious melodies that are as playful as they are sophisticated. The second half of the album shifts gears, offering a more meditative and atmospheric experience. Songs like “Julie With…” and “By This River” are hauntingly beautiful, with sparse arrangements that allow Eno’s emotive vocals and delicate instrumentation to shine. These tracks foreshadow the ambient direction Eno would fully embrace in his later works, such as “Ambient 1: Music for Airports.” One of the most remarkable aspects of “Before and After Science” is its production. Eno worked with a stellar cast of musicians, including Phil Collins, Percy Jones, and Robert Fripp, to bring his vision to life. The result is an album that feels meticulously crafted yet effortlessly fluid, with each track offering something unique while contributing to the overall cohesion of the record. Critically, “Before and After Science” was well-received upon its release and has since been hailed as a classic. It captures a pivotal moment in Eno’s career, bridging his earlier glam rock and art pop experiments with his later ambient masterpieces. The album’s influence can be heard in the work of countless artists who have drawn inspiration from Eno’s innovative approach to music. In many ways, “Before and After Science” is a perfect entry point for those new to Brian Eno’s music. It encapsulates his ability to push boundaries while remaining deeply human and emotionally resonant. Whether you’re drawn to the kinetic energy of the first half or the serene beauty of the second, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that continues to captivate audiences decades after its release. Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review