Rise Above Records released the one-sided disc “Trivialities” by Coventry proto-Prog band Asgard.
Asgard were a 3-piece, proto-Progressive Rock band from Coventry, UK. They were initially influenced by early Pink Floyd and The Velvet Underground, before becoming more Experimental in their own right. They soon caught the attention of legendary DJ and general tastemaker; John Peel, who had planned to sign them to his Dandelion Records, before financial problems signalled the demise of said label. In early 1970, they recorded these three tracks on a one-sided 12” acetate. They are the only recordings by the band still known to still exist. The sole surviving acetate in question, had been sitting in the bass player’s garage since the 70s and was not in the best of shape; sections of the lacquer had actually flaked off and had to be meticulously glued back on.
Thankfully it has been lovingly restored for the purpose of this archival release by Rise Above Relics.
Stream the official teaser video through the YouTube player below:
Also, please note that this is a one-sided disc that play at 33rpm. It’s considered an archival release, taken from the only source material in existence.
Vinyl (and streaming) only release. Regular and diehard editions contain two inserts. Diehard edition contains an additional 20-page booklet with photos of the band etc.
Clear Vinyl Diehard Edition, limited to 100 copies mail order only.
Regular Black Vinyl Edition, limited to 200 copies worldwide.
Purchase here: https://riseaboverecords.com/product/trivialities/
Tracklist:
01. Trivialities (5:31)
02. Month (6:26)
03. Sunrise (6:03)
