Description
Kormorán – Folk & Roll / Gong Audio CD 1997 / HCD 17852
UPC 5991811785222
!!! Condition of CD is USED - LIKE NEW !!!
Product Details
- Label: Gong – HCD 17852
- Format: CD, Album
- Country: Hungary
- Released: 1997
- Genre: Rock
- Style: Folk Rock
Product Features
Blending Tradition with Rock Energy
Kormorán – Folk & Roll is a captivating fusion of Hungarian folk music with the dynamic energy of rock. Released by Gong in 1997, this album showcases Kormorán's unique ability to blend traditional melodies and instruments with modern rock elements, creating a sound that's both deeply rooted in heritage and refreshingly contemporary.
Overview
Kormorán is well-known for their innovative approach to music, merging the rich traditions of Hungarian folk with the powerful rhythms and intensity of rock. In Folk & Roll, they explore themes of love, nature, and existential reflection, using a diverse array of instruments, including the baglama, shawm, and bagpipes, alongside electric guitars and drums. The result is an album that resonates with both fans of traditional folk and rock enthusiasts alike.
The album's standout tracks, such as "Zöld Szemű Rózsa" and "Adjon Az Isten," highlight the band’s skill in weaving poetic lyrics with complex musical arrangements. Each song is a testament to Kormorán's commitment to preserving Hungarian culture while pushing the boundaries of genre, making this album a significant contribution to the folk-rock genre.
Interesting Facts
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Kormorán is one of Hungary’s most influential folk-rock bands, known for their powerful performances and their role in the Hungarian music scene. They have a deep connection to Hungarian cultural identity, often drawing on historical and traditional themes in their music.
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Koltay Gergely, a central figure in the band, is not only a musician but also a poet, which is evident in the lyrical depth of the songs on this album.
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The track "Alig Volt Zöld" is a tribute to the famous Hungarian songwriter duo Bródy János and Szörényi Levente, who are icons in Hungarian rock music history.
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The band’s use of traditional instruments, like the shawm and bagpipes, adds an authentic folk flavor to the album, setting it apart from typical rock albums and making it a unique listening experience.
Track Listing
- Zöld Szemű Rózsa – 3:35
Written by: Margit József, Koltay Gergely - Védelmezz! – 3:37
Written by: Margit József, Koltay Gergely, Neumayer László - Egy Ágyon Egy Kenyéren – 5:13
Written by: Koltay Gergely, Ratkó József - Trák Attak – 3:33
Written by: Margit József, Koltay Gergely, Neumayer László, Gál Péter - Alig Volt Zöld – 2:48
Written by: Bródy János, Szörényi Levente - Ne Sírj – 4:39
Written by: Koltay Gergely - Ilju Haramia – 2:43
Written by: Koltay Gergely, Nagy László - Ha Meghalok – 5:31
Written by: Margit József, Koltay Gergely, Nagy László, Neumayer László, Gál Péter - Gyere Ki, Te Gyöngyvirág – 2:31
Written by: Margit József, Koltay Gergely, Neumayer László - Adjon Az Isten – 3:32
Written by: Koltay Gergely, Nagy László - Macedon Expressz – 3:13
Written by: Margit József, Koltay Gergely, Neumayer László, Gál Péter - Jöjj Be Szobámba – 2:49
Written by: Koltay Gergely
Key Credits
- Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Vocals: Jenei Szilveszter
- Baglama: Karagiannopulosz Poliviosz
- Bass Guitar, Vocals: Margit József
- Drums, Percussion, Vocals: Neumayer László
- Electric Guitar, Percussion [Bird]: Szörényi Levente
- Organ [Hammond]: Papp Gyula
- Photography By: Halász Gábor
- Shawm, Bagpipes, Flute, Zither, Vocals, Recorder: Koltay Gergely
- Soprano Saxophone: Dés László
- Synthesizer: Tolcsvay László
- Viola, Violin: Szijjártó Csaba
- Violin, Vocals: Gál Péter
- Vocals: Dévai Nagy Kamilla
