Amazing Blondel - Restoration

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Review by Wayne Cataldo

Restoration by Amazing Blondel is a beautifully crafted album that showcases the band's unique blend of folk and classical influences. The album features a variety of instruments, including lutes, recorders, and harpsichords, which add to the authenticity of the music.

The album opens with the track "Spring Air", a light and airy piece that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Other standout tracks include "Toye", a lively instrumental piece that features intricate guitar work, and "Sailing", a hauntingly beautiful ballad that showcases the band's vocal harmonies.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Cawdor And Widdershins6:14
Praeludium In D2:34
Highwayman3:1
Praeludium in D
Road To Sedgemoor
Cawdor and Widdershins6:14
Cawdor revisited
Cawdor & Widdershins
Benedictus es Domine
Benedictus Es Domine5:48
Aubaird3:29
Road to Sedgemoor3:28
Cawdor Revisited2:21
Love Lies Bleeding4:50
Sir John in love again
Love lies Bleeding
Sir John in Love Again04:09
Sir John In Love Again4:9
Edagio2:29
Interlude2:11
Fugue2:23

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Catalog Numbers

  • TECD330
  • TECD093
  • HTDCD70
  • CMAR 607
  • TRACD 301

Labels

  • Talking Elephant Records
  • Talking Elephant
  • HTD Records
  • HTD Records, Castle Music
  • HTD Records, Transatlantic Records

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  • kuunnella verkossa
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  • escuchar en línea
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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Reissue

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyTalking Elephant Records
Licensed FromSanctuary Records
Licensed ThroughCastle Communications Plc
Phonographic Copyright (p)HTD Records
Copyright (c)HTD Records
Glass Mastered AtCD Systems

Credits

RoleCredit
Liner NotesBarry Riddington
Written-ByE. Baird (tracks: 6, 8), J.D. Gladwin (tracks: 1 to 5, 7, 9, 10, 12), T.A. Wincott (tracks: 11)
Classical GuitarEdward Baird
VocalsEdward Baird
DulcimerEdward Baird
MandolinEdward Baird
GuitarEdward Baird
DesignMalcolm Holmes
DrumsEwan Davis
PercussionEwan Davis
EngineerEwan Davis
FluteTerence Alan Wincott
RecorderTerence Alan Wincott
WoodwindTerence Alan Wincott
HarpsichordTerence Alan Wincott
OrganTerence Alan Wincott
Mezzo-soprano VocalsJoan Crowther
Photography ByClive Taylor
ProducerThe Amazing Blondel
Sleeve NotesBarry Riddington

Notes

  • Originally released in 1997
  • ℗ 1997
  • © 1998
  • Made in England
  • John David Gladwin: Guitars, Vocals
  • Terence Alan Wincott: Flute, Recorders, Woodwind, Harpsichord, Organ, Vocals, Percussion
  • Edward Baird: Classical Guitar, Vocals, Dulcimers, Mandolin, 12 String Guitar
  • Guests:
  • Joan Crowther: Mezzo-Soprano on Road To Sedgemoor
  • Ewan Davis: Drums and Percussion
  • 'Restoration' is dedicated to Noel Skelton
  • Produced by The Amazing Blondel
  • Engineered by Ewan Davis
  • Additional Engineering by Andy Dransfield & Stevie
  • Recorded at Chapel Studios, England.
  • Booklet Design by Malcolm Holmes
  • Artwork Contributions by The Warthog & Truffle Holding Company
  • Photos by Clive Taylor
  • The Amazing Blondel Information Center
  • Mike Finney. P.O. Box 309 Lincoln. LN2 3XB
  • Internet Connections
  • Blondel Web Site: http://www.sectorel.pt/gaudela/blondel/menu.htm
  • Thanks To:
  • Barry & Malcolm at HTD for re-creating Amazing Blondel
  • Mike Finney for all his hard work and efficiency.
  • Andy, Lou, Ewan and Stevie at Chapel Studios for making our work there relaxing and enjoyable.
  • Christina Clark for vocal tuition, advice and encouragement
  • Lizzie for two years of superb sandwiches
  • Tony and the staff at Shibden Hall
  • North Lincs Council
  • Wolfie and Bumble
  • Extra Special Thanks To:
  • Paul's Music. 15 Laneham Street. Scunthorpe.
  • for supply and loan of Instruments, Strings and Accessories and eternal patience.
  • Sleeve notes: Barry Riddington

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 5028479033027
  • Barcode: 5 028479 009329
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI LV81
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI KA02
  • Matrix / Runout: TECD093 SP 105597 01
  • Barcode: 5023387007023
  • Barcode: 6 02923 66072 1
  • Label Code: LC6448
  • Barcode: 5 026389 930122
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI LD11
  • Matrix / Runout: TRACD301 CD Systems UK 19417
  • Label Code: LC 6448

About Amazing Blondel

English group that played mostly acoustic music, featuring medieval and renaissance influences. Active since 1969 up to now (with several breaks).

Name Vars

  • Blondel
  • The Amazing Blondel

Members

  • Edward Baird
  • John David Gladwin
  • Terence Alan Wincott
  • Eddie Baird
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Summary by Wayne Cataldo

Restoration is a truly enchanting album that transports the listener to a different time and place. Fans of folk and classical music will find much to enjoy here, and even those who are not familiar with Amazing Blondel's music will appreciate the skill and artistry on display. Highly recommended.

Comments

alylucy
alylucy 2023-04-13
Amazing and spectacular return to recording output after decades by this extraordinary group. Utterly sublime original songs taken from a weird and timeless space.
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