Mahavishnu Orchestra - Birds of Fire (1973)

A five-headed beast of John McLaughlin, guitar; composer. Jerry Goodman, violin; Jan Hammer, piano; synth. Rick Laird, bass; Billy Cobham, drums.

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Bo Hansson - Music Inspired By The Lord of the Rings (1970)

A highly recommended true 70's psychedelic instrumental gem. As the title suggests, the music is inspired by Tolkien's LOTR. Bo claimed that he wanted to use a variety of instruments such as harp, string sections and other exotic sounds but his lack of finances resulted in him sticking to his keyboards, synths, guitar and bass, accompanied by guest artists' drums, saxophone and flute. Fortunately, it turned out the flawless and colourfully creative way it is. Jimi Hendrix even took out time from his tour to jam with Bo, and was rumored to have wanted to record music with him but unfortunately Jimi had to join the 27 club. Just listen to it.

1. Leaving Shire
2. The Old Forest & Tom Bombadil
3. Fog on the Barrow Downs
4. The Black Riders & Flight to the Ford
5. At the House of Elrond & the Ring Goes South
6. A Journey in the Dark
7. Lothlorien
8. Shadowfax
9. The Horns of Rohan & the Battle of the Pelennor Fields
10. Dreams in the House of Healing
11. Homeward Bound & the Scouring of the Shire
12. The Grey Havens

A wizard is never late. Nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to.

Astra - The Weirding (2009)

Flawless forestal progressive rock. Highly recommended.

I'd attach a joint too if I could

Brand X - Morrocan Roll (1977)

Jazz fusion that's sometimes lumped with progressive rock from the UK. Been previously familiar with Unorthodox Behaviour (which I highly recommend) until I found this at the record store and it's been getting daily spins from me almost everyday I work there - and I always get asked 'what's playing?' so you know it's good. This record also features some slick sitar on some tracks. Overall masterful and inspired instrumentation. If you're into instrument porn, then you should hear this. I mean it's jazz fusion from 77, cmon.

Why should I lend you mine when you've already broken yours?

Porcupine Tree - The Sky Moves Sideways (1995)

One of Porcupine Tree's best outputs. Epic spacey progressive rock with influences from Klaus Schultz, Pink Floyd and Tangerine Dream. The songs are amazing here. The Sky Moves Sideways is easily among the band's best tracks (both parts). Semi-melancholic feel is heard throughout. Dislocated Day's oppressive riffing introduces doom vibe, another highlight from the band's catalog. If I could upload a joint, I would. Highly recommended.

I will find a way to make you say the name of your forgiver