Gorgeous 1972 Laminated Gatefold Jacket Original. Hot stamper. CC with debossed "Not For Sale For Promotional Use Only". Released in 1972, "Carnival in Babylon" marks a transformative period for Amon Düül II, one of the pioneering bands of the German Krautrock movement. The album followed their critically acclaimed "Wolf City" and is notable for its more concise, accessible approach compared to earlier sprawling, experimental works. With this fifth studio record, the group began emphasizing song structures and melodic clarity while still retaining the psychedelic and progressive edge that defined their sound. The lineup during this era included key members such as Renate Knaup, Chris Karrer, John Weinzierl, Lothar Meid, and Peter Leopold, whose interplay and varied influences contributed to the album’s distinctive atmosphere.