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SIGNED: SOLARIS - Marsbéli Krónikák (The Martian Chronicles) Original 1984 Vinyl LP

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UPC: N/A (Original 1984 Pressing)
Product Type: Vinyl LP
Brand Name: Start / Solaris
MPN: SLPM 17819
Genre: Progressive Rock / Space Rock
Style: Instrumental Prog / Symphonic Rock
Artist: Solaris
Signed: Yes (Hand-signed by band members on the back cover)
Release Year: 1984
Country of Origin: Hungary

Product Features

Format: 12" Vinyl LP, Stereo (Mono compatible)
Autograph Details: Hand-signed in black ink on the back cover.
Inspiration: Based on the classic science fiction work by Ray Bradbury.
Lineup: István Cziglán (Guitars, Synths), Róbert Erdész (Organ, Synths), László Gömör (Drums), Attila Kollár (Flute, Recorder), Tamás Pócs (Bass).
Cover Art: Surreal, sci-fi themed illustration by Zoltán Herpai.

Overview

Presenting a true masterpiece of global progressive rock: the hand-signed original 1984 pressing of Solaris's Marsbéli Krónikák (The Martian Chronicles). Widely regarded by international critics as one of the finest instrumental progressive rock albums ever recorded, this debut from the Hungarian quintet is a high-concept symphonic journey through space and time.

Combining complex keyboard textures, driving basslines, and the signature virtuoso flute playing of Attila Kollár, Solaris created a sound that was both futuristic and deeply rooted in classical structures. This particular copy is especially valuable as it features original band signatures on the back cover. Whether you are a fan of Jethro Tull's flute-led rock or the symphonic grandeur of ELP and Yes, this album is a foundational piece for any serious progressive rock collection.

Összefoglalás (Hungarian)

A nemzetközi progresszív rock szcéna egyik legfontosabb mérföldköve: a Solaris együttes Marsbéli Krónikák című albumának eredeti, 1984-es, dedikált példánya. Ez a Ray Bradbury novelláskötete ihlette instrumentális koncept-album a megjelenése óta világszerte kultikus státuszba emelkedett. A lemez a sci-fi atmoszférát ötvözi a szimfonikus rock grandiozitásával, Kollár Attila virtuóz fuvolajátékával és az Erdész-Cziglán páros komplex szintetizátor-futamaival. Ez a példány a hátoldalon található eredeti aláírások miatt különleges ritkaság a gyűjtők számára.

Interesting Facts

Global Acclaim: Although released behind the Iron Curtain, the album gained a massive underground following in Japan and the USA, leading to Solaris becoming one of the first Hungarian bands to headline major prog festivals in America during the 90s.
The Flute Power: Attila Kollár's playing style earned him the nickname of the "Hungarian Ian Anderson," though his compositions lean more towards classical and symphonic influences.
Concept: The first side of the LP consists of the multi-part The Martian Chronicles suite, a seamless musical narrative that follows the colonization and eventual fate of Mars.
Sonic Engineering: Recorded at the Magyar Rádió 8. Stúdió, the production quality was exceptionally high for the era, capturing a wide dynamic range perfect for vinyl playback.
Tragedy and Legacy: The album features the brilliant guitar work of the late István Cziglán, whose contributions remain a cornerstone of the Solaris sound.