The Alan Parsons Project
15 records available
The Alan Parsons Project
With elaborately produced concept albums, this British studio project made a name for itself in the art rock and progressive rock scene from the mid-1970s onwards. The main driving force was sound engineer Alan Parsons, who had previously worked on recordings for Pink Floyd and The Beatles. The stylistic range extends from orchestral arrangements to electronically influenced pop elements.
The Alan Parsons Project – Sound & Production Style
The Alan Parsons Project is characterised by the use of synthesisers, string sections and changing guest vocalists. The albums were mostly recorded at Abbey Road Studios and produced by Alan Parsons together with Eric Woolfson. The focus was on sophisticated songwriting and a clearly structured sound, combining both progressive and pop influences. Releases appeared mainly on the Arista label.
The Alan Parsons Project on vinyl – the key releases
For collectors and genre enthusiasts, various editions are of interest: The Limelight 7" Single SPAIN PROMO (7'' Vinyl) is a rare promotional pressing from Spain. With the Best of Vinyl LP Germany SONDERAUFLAGE SONOCORD (12'' Vinyl Maxi), listeners get a compilation of the project’s key tracks, released as a special edition in Germany. The single Old And Wise (7'' Vinyl) features one of the best-known songs with a distinctive saxophone solo.
The listed pressings are especially aimed at fans of sophisticatedly produced rock and pop music with a studio tradition.
- Genre: Art rock, Progressive Rock, Pop
- Origin: United Kingdom
- Active: 1975–1990
- Notable: Producer duo Alan Parsons and Eric Woolfson, known for concept albums and studio work
