Illés – Human Rights (Az Emberi Jogok Egyetemes Nyilatkozatából) [CD Album]

UPC: Unavailable (Hungarian Domestic Edition) 

MPN: Hungaroton–Gong 1993 

Brand Name: Hungaroton–Gong Kft.

Overview

Illés – Human Rights (Az Emberi Jogok Egyetemes Nyilatkozatából) is a landmark concept album from the legendary Illés Együttes, Hungary’s most influential rock band of the 1960s and 1970s. Originally composed by Levente Szörényi and János Bródy, this album transforms excerpts from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights into a profound musical statement blending social consciousness with the band’s signature Hungarian rock sound.

First released in the early 1970s and digitally remastered by Hungaroton–Gong in 1993, Human Rights stands as both a musical and cultural milestone, merging protest rock, poetic lyricism, and moral reflection. Through its lyrics and arrangements, Illés reminds listeners of the enduring human values of freedom, conscience, and dignity — themes that resonated deeply during the Cold War era and remain timeless today.

Product Features

• Format: Audio CD (Digitally Remastered)
• Genre: Hungarian Rock / Progressive Rock / Concept Album
• Artist: Illés Együttes
• Label: Hungaroton–Gong Kft.
• Country of Origin: Hungary
• Release Year: 1993 (Digital Reissue)
• Original Recording: Early 1970s
• Total Time: 46:03
• Language: Hungarian
• Sound Restoration: Digitally enhanced recording (technikailag feljavított felvétel)
• Recording Supervisors: Antai Dóra, Juhász István
• Sound Engineers: Fladányi Endre, Lukács Judit

Track Listing

1. Bevezetés (Introduction – from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights) – 3:25
2. Ész és Lelkiismeret (Reason and Conscience) – 4:05
3. Te Kit Választanál (Whom Would You Choose?) – 4:29
4. Elinduló (Departure) – 4:05
5. Virágok Tengere (Sea of Flowers) – 4:54
6. Inkvizíció (Inquisition) – 4:54
7. Kégli-dal (Apartment Song) – 3:35
8. Approximáció (Approximation) – 3:51
9. Légy Egy Napra a Kedvesem (Be My Love for a Day) – 3:47
10. Színes Ceruzák (Colored Pencils) – 4:17
11. A Legjobb Dobos a Világon (The Best Drummer in the World) – 2:30
12. A Kati Jött (Kati Came) – 3:36

Total Running Time: 46:03

Band Members

• Illés Lajos – Vocals, Keyboards
• Szörényi Levente – Vocals, Guitar, Zongora
• Szörényi Szabolcs – Vocals, Bass Guitar
• Bródy János – Guitar, Lyrics
• Pásztory Zoltán – Drums, Percussion

Interesting Facts

• A Cultural Statement: This concept album was inspired by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, merging rock with philosophical and political reflection — a daring move in 1970s Hungary.
• Symbol of Freedom: Human Rights became a subtle yet powerful critique of censorship and authoritarianism, exemplifying Illés’ role as the moral voice of Hungarian youth.
• Musical Style: The album combines elements of psychedelic rock, progressive composition, and Hungarian folk harmonies, setting it apart from Western protest music.
• Digital Legacy: The 1993 Hungaroton–Gong edition brought new life to the original analog recordings, preserving one of Hungary’s most meaningful musical documents for future generations.
• Historical Relevance: Illés, often referred to as “the Beatles of Hungary,” helped define modern Hungarian identity through socially aware songwriting and bold artistic expression.

Publishers

Published by: Hungaroton–Gong Kft., Budapest, Hungary Original Recording: Illés Együttes (Early 1970s) Remastered Edition: © 1993 Hungaroton–Gong Kft. Manufactured in: Hungary

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