The Chitinous Ensemble - Dance (1971) ❲2024❳

: Long before "fusion" became a commercial buzzword, this record was experimenting with electric instruments in a symphonic context. It shares a DNA with the experimental side of Ian Carr’s Nucleus or the more abstract moments of Soft Machine. Key Tracks

: The title "Chitinous" refers to the hard shell of insects and crustaceans, which reflects the music’s often angular, sharp, and "armored" textures. The Chitinous Ensemble - Dance (1971)

: A moody, atmospheric introduction that sets a cinematic tone, showcasing Buckmaster's skill with strings and woodwinds. : Long before "fusion" became a commercial buzzword,