The Neon Record Label was set up in the UK by RCA as a Prog/Folk/Jazz offshoot but only ever issued 11 releases (ten in 1971 & one in 1972) before pulling the plug on it. However it threw up some great rarities, here is a copy of Dando Shaft`s self titled LP (NE 5) released in 1971 it really is a gem. It came in a lovely `Textured` gatefold sleeve with a Marcus Keef design (it was he who designed the classic Vertigo sleeves i.e Black Sabbaths 1st album). It comes on the distinctive label which shows `Aphrodite` on the one side and the track listing in White lettering on black background on the other. There are many claimants to the `Lost Folk Holy Grail Throne` this has to be up there amongst them. A top (Mint) UK copy sold in 2010 for £332, however there are some decent UK copies around for sale expect to pay £100+ for those.
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Side 1
1. Coming Home To Me 0:00
2. Sometimes 3:47
3. Waves Upon the Ether 7:53
4. Riverboat 12:34
5. Dewet 17:05
Side 2
1. Railway 17:53
2. Whispering Ned 20:44
3. Pass It On 22:22
4. Kalyope Driver 26:15
5. Till The Morning Comes 29:19
6. Prayer 31:09
Forsaking electric instruments, Dando Shaft nevertheless radiated the same level of energy as electric British folk bands like Fairport Convention and Steeleye Span. Driven by Ted Kay’s hand percussion and Roger Bullen’s standup bass, the Coventry-based group created a sound marked by intricate patterns and complex textures. Formed as a five-piece group, Dando Shaft initially featured the melodic interplay of guitarist/vocalists Dave Cooper and Kevin Dempsey and mandolin/violin player and vocalist Martin Jenkins. In 1970, Dando Shaft added Leamington Spa-born vocalist Polly Bolton, who had previously sung with June Tabor, before recording their album, Dando Shaft, in 1971 sales of the band’s albums remained disappointing. After recording their album, Lantaloon, in 1972, the group disbanded.
DANDO SHAFT (Full Album) 1971 `NEON` UK Pressing `Rare Psych Prog` Folk LP £332
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23 responses to “DANDO SHAFT (Full Album) 1971 `NEON` UK Pressing `Rare Psych Prog` Folk LP £332”
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Bought this in 71 along with Eclection and Fotheringay. Brilliant.
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Love it, if it has a flute on it I am in. This album grows on you listen at least twice.
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This is superb English psychedelic folk music!!!
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Wow, I've never heard such deep and clear bass frequencies from this era !
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Damn thats such an impressive vinyl rip – no noise at all.
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Awesome
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Super!The old but the gold
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I won't die happily if I can't inherit this RCA NEON vinyl to my kids. Said.
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One of my favourite's UK bands from 60's, thank you!
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Got mine in a charity shop for 50p.
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Very good
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Beautiful thank you 🤪🖐️
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Very great, thx for posting and ad free. Yes!
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I do think it's tragic that damn good groups/bands like this didn't really get anywhere.
I thoroughly enjoyed this so thanks for the upload RR. -
You just made my day with this one 👌👌👌💯💚✌️
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Thanks for posting, this is great!
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This is great, thanks for sharing
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Thank u.. This album has always been one of my favorites <3
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Thanks for posting this! This is my favorite folk band of that time and I consider this album their best.
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Got mine for 50£ in nice nick. The US release is not quite as good but a lot cheaper so most should be satisfied with that.
Some of my favorite folk. -
Ohuhu❤️ how I love🦋 these good old🏵️ n happy times🐣 full of peace🌻 n spirits🕊️
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Beautiful thank you 🤪🖐️
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Beautiful thank you 🤪🖐️
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