Soft Machine
TURNS ON 67
(Crystal Clear LP)
CHARLY / CHBYG29907
colLP
Coloured Vinyl
Newly remastered compilation of psychedelic underground pioneers’ earliest recordings - sourced from Giorgio Gomelsky's archives. A key chapter in the history of Soft Machine that would ultimately define their sound. Available as part of Record Store Day 2025 in a limited-edition crystal clear with black smoke vinyl. Features visually striking new cover artwork.
These recordings were the very first demos made by The Soft Machine. Recorded in April 1967 by producer Giorgio Gomelsky at De Lane Lea Studios in London, these demos were originally intended to form the foundation of Soft Machine’s debut album. This compilation showcases unique compositions and early versions of fan favourites like ‘Save Yourself’, which would later be re-recorded for their first official LP.
For this special Record Store Day 2025 edition, the original master tapes, sourced from Giorgio Gomelsky's archives, have been meticulously restored and remastered, bringing a new level of clarity to these long-lost tracks. The album features new cover art licensed from Nigel Waymouth (Hapshash & The Coloured Coat), originally designed in 1967, adding to its visual and historical appeal. Turns On '67 offers both new listeners and long-time fans an opportunity to experience the vibrant beginnings of one of UK’s most emblematic psychedelic outfits - in the best audio quality to date.[info sheet from distr.]