CD Van Der Graaf Generator – World Record

Experience the raw, uncompromising sound of Van Der Graaf Generator with this essential 2005 remastered reissue of their 1976 classic, World Record. As the final studio effort from the iconic line-up of Peter Hammill, Hugh Banton, David Jackson, and Guy Evans prior to their 2005 reunion, this album remains a cornerstone of the progressive rock canon.

The 2005 remaster breathes new life into the band’s dense, intellectual arrangements, providing much-needed sonic clarity to Hammill’s intense vocal performances and the band's unique instrumental interplay. Characterized by a heavier reliance on guitar than previous outings, the record maintains the band's signature "stomping" rhythmic structure and complex, sprawling compositions.

Highlights include:

• A Place to Survive: A masterclass in the band’s trademark power-trio dynamics.
• Meurglys III (The Songwriters Guild): An epic, ambitious centerpiece showcasing the group's fearless approach to long-form songwriting.
• Abandon Ship!: A testament to the album’s distinct, guitar-forward edge.

Whether you are a longtime devotee or a new listener, this remastered edition offers the definitive way to appreciate the dark, dramatic brilliance of one of prog-rock’s most influential acts.