Who were BRAM STOKER and the mysterious T. Brodson who composed all the tracks? This enigmatic 1972 release was recorded for Woolworths generic Windmill label and recorded presumably by session players to cash in on the early seventies success of bands like BLACK SABBATH,ATOMIC ROOSTER and BLACK WIDOW. The BRAM STOKER moniker evokes macabre gothic atmospheres, and so does their music with tracks like "Blitz" conjuring up a doom laden sound. The LP "Heavy Rock Spectacular" is a true lost pearl of original prog, dominated by moody Hammond organ that owes much to keith Emerson's influence. There are NICE overtones too with their own "Fingals Cave" whilst the sounds on "Poltergeist" seem to come straight from a gothic 'Hammer Horror'.
Blessed Samhain, Happy Halloween & to our Pagan friends, Happy New Year! This is the time of year for divination, so break out the runes, tarot cards, scrying mirrors or better yet, support your local witch ;) The veil between this world and the next becomes thin and old friends and relatives may come to visit. However you celebrate October 31st, enjoy and be safe. ~CA
