{"product_id":"clouds-the-clouds-scrapbook","title":"Clouds - The Clouds Scrapbook","description":"\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1969, Clouds debut The Clouds Scrapbook showcases the band's distinctive organ-driven sound, which was a precursor to the styles of later prog-rock icons like Emerson, Lake \u0026amp; Palmer and Yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilly Ritchie, the band's organist, was particularly influential, being one of the first to take a prominent, standing role as a keyboardist, setting a precedent for future musicians in the genre The album received critical acclaim upon release, with Melody Maker naming it \"Album of the Month\" in September 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite it's initial success, the band struggled with commercial recognition, and their innovative approach was not widely appreciated at the time. However, in hindsight, Scrapbook is regarded as a pioneering work that laid the groundwork for the progressive rock movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe newly remastered version of Scrapbook offers a fresh opportunity for new audiences to experience this seminal work. The remastering process has enhanced the album's sound quality, bringing out the nuances of the band's arrangements. Chrysalis Reserve is a new series offering a deep dive into the forgotten corners of our catalogue. Unearthing overlooked masterpieces, cult classics, and genre-defying oddities that deserve a reappraisal or a proper introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clouds Scrapbook [Chrysalis Reserve]: Available on vinyl for the first time since the original release. Remastered and cut at AIR Mastering and manufactured at Scottish pressing plant Seabass on heavyweight black vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction - Scrapbook\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Carpenter\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTher Colours Have Run\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'll Go Girl\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrandad\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLadies and Gentleman\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumdrum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnion Jack\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld Man\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaiter, There's Something in My Soup\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrapbook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Alliance Entertainment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54211796992329,"sku":"840401710203","price":0.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/7329\/9785\/files\/4428371-3395459.jpg?v=1776398200","url":"https:\/\/vintagespinvinyl.com\/products\/clouds-the-clouds-scrapbook","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}