The Ventures- The Ventures in Space

dscn5396This was $3.00.  I knew it was a pretty good album when I bought it.  While doing research on another Venture’s album a few posts ago, this one was heavily referenced.  On a separate note, I should try to remember to end the blog’s month with artists who appear regular on this site.  It cuts down on my work. These folks have been on my blog before and as a result, I forget what pictures I used for the posts.cdchd-1176a_1

This was the Ventures 14th album and in a slight departure from their surf rock, ventures in to a futuristic space rock sound.  No pun was intended on that last sentence.  The difference in style is subtle but regardless it is well complimented by the band. Highlights include “Twilight Zone”, “Moon Child”, “War Of the Satellites” and “Solar Race”.

The record came out in 1964.  One critic has noted whereas most casual fans can do well with a greatest hits compilation, this record is the exception to the rule. All of the tracks are pretty good and function well together.

The back cover stated that all sounds were produced by musical instruments rather than “electronic gimmicks”. That is good and all but it is quite a brash statement against electronic music.  Is there not artistic merit in that form of music?dscn5397

For a sample, I decided to go with “Penetration” as it kind of vaguely reminiscent of their first big hit, “Walk Don’t Run”.  a1464112277_10

Top Rated Record.

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