The Alan Parsons Project's debut album Tales Of Mystery And Imagination - Edgar Allan Poe stands as a masterful fusion of progressive rock and literary horror, bringing the macabre works of America's most famous Gothic writer to vivid musical life. Originally released in 1976, this concept album showcased Alan Parsons' exceptional production talents and innovative use of technology, including the haunting vocoder effects that give tracks like "The Raven" their otherworldly atmosphere.
This 2025 half-speed remaster from Cooking Vinyl delivers enhanced resolution and exceptional dynamics, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the album's intricate soundscapes and progressive arrangements. The remastering process reveals new depths in Parsons' elaborate production work, from Leonard Whiting's powerful vocals on "The Raven" to the complex instrumental passages that weave throughout each Poe-inspired composition, making this an essential addition for both longtime fans and newcomers to this Gothic rock masterpiece.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Cooking Vinyl
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 12/12/2025
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TRACKS
A1. A Dream Within A Dream
A2. The Raven
A3. The Tell-Tale Heart
A4. The Cask Of Amontillado
A5. (The System Of) Doctor Tarr And Professor Fether
6. The Fall Of The House Of Usher
B2. To One In Paradise
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