Chapter Three was more progressive and not commercially successful at the time. Slightly ahead of the times. Volume Two was originally released in 1970. The opener, "Lady Ace" is a haunting melody with and intricate rhythms. Standout tracks, "Poor Sad Sue" and the epic "Happy Being Me" which clocks in at over ten minutes and takes the listener on a journey through various moods and textures. The album closes with the haunting ballad "Virginia" leaving the listener feeling contemplative and fulfilled. "Volume Two" is a must-listen for fans of jazz-rock and anyone looking for a cerebral musical experience. 
Tracks
1. Lady Ace - 8:00
2. I Ain't Laughing - 2:36
3. Poor Sad Sue - 5:56
4. Jump Before You Think - 4:52
5. It's Good to Be Alive (Brian Hugg, Manfred Mann) - 3:32
6. Happy Being Me - 15:55
7. Virginia (Manfred Mann) - 4:55
8. I Ain't Laughing - 2:36
9. Happy Being Me - 4:04
10.Virginia (Manfred Mann) - 3:39
All songs by Mike Hugg except where noted
Bonus Tracks 8-10
Manfred Mann Chapter Three
*Manfred Mann - Organ, Police Whistle, Arranger, Backing Vocals, Lead Vocals (Track 7)
*Mike Hugg - Piano, Lead Vocals
*Bernie Living - Alto Saxophone
*Steve York - Electric, Acoustic Bass
*Craig Collinge - Drums
*Brian John Hugg - Acoustic Guitar, Backing Vocals
*Dave Coxhill - Baritone Saxophone
Guest
*Jerry Field - Violin (Track 3)
*Andy McCulloch - Drums (Track 5)
*Conrad Isadore - Drums (Track 6)
Thanks for these masterpieces in remastered and enhanced versions !!!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Marios.
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