Catapilla were an English band from London active in the early 1970s, notable for vocalist Anna Meek and a jazz-inflected progressive/psychedelic sound. They released two studio albums: Catapilla (1971) and Changes (1972). Their records are regarded as cult items by enthusiasts and collectors.

Two studio albums released in 1971 and 1972. Lineups included vocalist Anna Meek and saxophonists such as Robert Calvert and Hugh Eaglestone (names reported in contemporary reviews). Their music blends jazz foundations with psychedelic and progressive elements; original vinyl editions are sought by collectors.

Catapilla were an English early-70s band notable for Anna Meek's distinctive vocals and jazz-inflected, psychedelic-prog sound. They released two albums (1971's Catapilla and 1972's Changes) praised by niche critics and collectors. Expect challenging, adventurous music with prominent saxophone and guitar.

For:Fans of early-70s progressive/psychedelic rock, jazz-rock listeners and collectors of cult vinyl.

 Catapilla are somewhat like musical alchemists because at times they manage to transform lead into gold.

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 The Londoners Catapilla are an unusual group in the early '70s music scene, starting with the female presence of vocalist Anna Meek (who replaced her sister Jo shortly before recording this first self-titled album), one of the very few women in rock at the time, alongside Nico and Annie Haslam of the Renaissance.

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