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Dark’s Dark Round the Edges to be Reissued June 25

The language in the description below is a little hyperbolic, but the track “Darkside” below from Dark‘s Dark Round the Edges 1972 private press heavy psych full-length speaks for itself. To the best of my knowledge, the UK outfit never released another album, but this one was reissued in 2002 by Akarma as well, so this isn’t the first time someone has found it deserving of another look. The passionate party behind the latest version is Portland, Oregon-based Machu Picchu Records, which currently has Dark Round the Edges up for pre-order and will ship CDs and vinyl upon the official June 25 release date.

Info, links and music:

DARK – “DARK ROUND THE EDGES” LP/CD

NOW TAKING ORDERS – SHIPPING ON JUNE 25, 2013

One of THEE greatest guitar-heavy psych records in the world, “Dark Round the Edges”was originally issued in an edition of around 50 copies, mostly for friends, family, and the odd record company. Its reputation has since blossomed into something resembling a redwood, or perhaps an original Van Gogh. This album is the holy grail for lovers of fuzz-driven hard rock, and has been the most sought-after privately pressed LP on the planet.

We’ve spared no expense to bring you the deluxe reissue of this classic, an album be- loved by heads & cosmic couriers around the world for its great songwriting, terrific instrumental workouts, and mysterious vibe. ZERO TIME IS NOW.

•Officially licensed by Dark, who will receive royalties from sales of this album

•Remastered and restored by Warren Defever for maximum brilliance

•Sleeve notes by the group’s songwriter and guitarist Steve Giles, including a complete group history

•Sleeved in a tip-on gatefold jacket, with an expanded version of the original booklet – 20 pages of lyrics and never before seen photos from the group’s personal archives

http://machupicchurecords.com/

Dark, “Darkside” from Dark Round the Edges (1972)

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One Response to “Dark’s Dark Round the Edges to be Reissued June 25”

  1. libertycaps says:

    Every vintage Grail head should own a proper copy…

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