Soft Machine
Land Of Cockayne
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1981 UK Original, With Original Custom Printed Round Cornered Inner Sleeve. Stellar Work From Holdsworth, Bruce Et Al! Land Of Cockayne, released in 1981, stands out as Soft Machine’s tenth studio album and marks a unique chapter in their discography. Featuring prominent musicians such as Karl Jenkins, Allan Holdsworth, and Jack Bruce, the album showcases a polished, jazz-fusion sound characterized by lush orchestrations and sophisticated arrangements. Departing from the more experimental edge of their earlier work, "Land Of Cockayne" offers a smoother, more accessible listening experience while retaining the band’s signature musical complexity. Though it signaled the end of Soft Machine's classic era, the album remains a notable entry for fans of progressive rock and jazz fusion. Soft Machine is a pioneering British progressive rock and jazz fusion band, originally emerging from the influential Canterbury scene in the 1960s. Known for their innovative blend of jazz improvisation, psychedelic rock, and experimental soundscapes, Soft Machine played a significant role in shaping the trajectory of progressive jazz-rock. Over the decades, the band underwent numerous lineup changes, consistently pushing musical boundaries while incorporating elements of avant-garde and fusion. Their distinct, intellectually-driven approach earned them critical acclaim and a dedicated following among progressive music enthusiasts.