The Return Of the Wizard!
Anthony | Philadelphia suburbs | 01/12/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Graham Bond died in May of 1974 and it seemed the world of music forgot about one of the most interesting and legendary artists to come out of the early 60's music scene. Graham was multi-talented, mastering the alto sax, piano and the organ. His vocals and phrasing are truely one of a kind. Graham experimented with various forms of R & B but these particular albums are totally spiritual and mystical. Check out "The Magician" , "Moving Towards the Light" and "Time to Die". Some of the most moving pieces of music I've ever heard. Graham was experimeting with a form of new age music long before anyone had ever even tried to. If only "Love is the Law", another one of Graham's albums could be released then I can finally have a chance to blend all these great works together and be very happy."
The lyrics ruin it, but the music is excellent!
Shawn Sutherland | Dallas, TX United States | 05/19/2003
(3 out of 5 stars)
"This is unquestionably some of the coolest and most original music that I've ever heard in my life. (So original, in fact, that I can't think of anything comparable - except to say that it's jazz-fusion-rock with a heavy emphasis on the jazz element...steps beyond The Graham Bond Organization.) At times this music is breathtaking. As for the lyrics, though, as one can tell from the song titles, yes, they're rather occult/new age-oriented...and...well...one often wishes that these were instrumental albums!
I do have to agree with the one reviewer and say that "Moving Towards the Light" and "Time to Die" are incredible works!"
Still Mighty After All of These Years
Melinda R Baniky | Charlotte, NC United States | 10/09/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Graham Bond was one of the most influential artists of the 60s and early 70s. His untimely death in 1974 ended what would have been the path of a legend.This recording demonstrates his devotion to Magick and to his father Aleister Crowley. This is REAL new age music. It is powerful. I highly recommend this recording to any who practice Thelemic Magick. Bond was the very best at what he did. Thanks to this recent reissue he will now live forever."