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THE REVIEW
I discovered them today, Nektar. Pioneers of German prog.
Well, they were (almost) all English. And you can tell.
1973. A large-scale suite; prog to dance to. "Drinkable" prog.
"Remember The Future."
Expansive seventies atmospheres, a full-fledged progressive work, yes, but halfway between theater, ballroom, and arena. Eclecticism: it ranges from danceable genres to engaging choruses to sections that at times remind you of Yes, at other times Genesis, yet rendered in a very personal and original way. Narrative style in suite form that perhaps makes the piece slightly heavy, as is the case with all prog works of this type; plenty of ideas, a very good abundance and taste in composition, rhythmic and solo mastery.
The work consists of two macro-sections each containing various tracks, yet it has an overall duration of 35 minutes. The initial theme returns in the conclusion and encloses the entire work like a circle.
The theme of a blind child interacting with an extraterrestrial creature perfectly fits the style of long rock compositions typical of those years, often inspired - see ELP, Genesis, etc. - by science fiction suggestions.
Four stars and no less.
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Nektar's 1973 album 'Remember The Future' is an expansive and eclectic progressive rock suite. It blends danceable rhythms with influences from Yes and Genesis, wrapped in a sci-fi narrative. The album's two main sections offer a rich, thematic journey unified by a recurring motif. Praised for its composition and originality, it earns a solid four-star rating.Tracklist
