Barclay James Harvest – Octoberon (Vinyl LP)

Barclay James Harvest – Octoberon was released on Polydor in 1976 and is one of the British band's most popular albums – especially in Germany. Melodic prog and classic rock with orchestral and choir passages define the record. Highlights include “Rock'n Roll Star”, “Suicide?” and “Ra”; it was recorded at Strawberry Studios in Stockport.

On offer is the original German pressing from 1976 on Polydor (2383 407) in an embossed sleeve with its original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Polydor – 2383 407
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1976
• Genre: Rock, Classic Rock, Prog Rock – more in Progressive Rock
• Features: Embossed sleeve, OIS – original inner sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+ (embossed sleeve)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Blue Side

Side A

1. Rock'n Roll Star (5:15)
2. Polk Street Rag (5:33)
3. Believe In Me (4:20)
4. Suicide? (7:55)

Red Side

Side B

1. The World Goes On (6:24)
2. May Day (7:58)
3. Ra (7:17)

Personnel

John Lees (Guitar, Vocals), Les Holroyd (Bass, Guitar, Vocals), Woolly Wolstenholme (Keyboards, Vocals), Mel Pritchard (Drums), David Rohl (Engineer).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original German pressing from 1976 on Polydor in the embossed sleeve.

Which songs are on the album?
Among others “The World Goes On”, “May Day”, “Rock'n Roll Star”, “Suicide?” and “Ra”.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Progressive Rock collection.