Karakorum – Prison Bitterness (CD)

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Karakorum never quite got their due the first time around, which makes a release like this feel genuinely overdue. The British rock underground of the early 1970s was crowded with bands chasing trends; the ones worth revisiting decades later are the ones who didn't. Recorded at the tail end of a turbulent and exciting era, Prison Bitterness captures Karakorum exactly as they were meant to be heard. Formed in 1969 and rehearsing in a crumbling chapel in the Herefordshire countryside, the band quickly developed a sound that was unconventional, and entirely their own. They became a compelling presence on the UK circuit, playing colleges, clubs, and landmark venues such as London's Marquee and Liverpool's Cavern, earning respect from musicians while remaining a step ahead of industry expectations. This album reflects both the intensity and the frustration of a band pushing against it's limits. Long overlooked, Prison Bitterness finally gives Karakorum's originality, musicianship, and spirit the attention it always deserved. Tracklist Side A 1. Arnold Collins In Drag (3:44) 2. Living My Life (2:59) 3. Prisoners Bitterness (4:05) Side B 1. Breakfast (5:20) 2. When The War Is Over (4:34) UPC: 741869416655Label: Good TimeRelease Date: 9.18.26Format: CD Show more