Kayak – Periscope Life (Vinyl LP | DE Original | 1980)

Kayak – Periscope Life was released in 1980 on Vertigo. The Dutch band around keyboardist Ton Scherpenzeel and singer Edward Reekers shows its melodic, accessible side here: pop rock songs with prog roots and keyboard-driven arrangements. Tracks include “Astral Aliens”, “Periscope Life” and “Lost Blue Of Chartres”.

On offer is the German original pressing from 1980 on Vertigo (6413 960).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Vertigo – 6413 960
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1980
• Genre: Rock, Pop Rock, Prog Rock – more in Progressive Rock

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: Close to NM-
• Cover: VG+

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Astral Aliens (3:48)
2. What's In A Name (4:12)
3. Stop That Song (3:14)
4. If You Really Need Me Now (4:15)
5. Periscope Life (3:24)

Side B

1. Beggars Can't Be Choosers (4:39)
2. The Sight (3:59)
3. Lost Blue Of Chartres (3:24)
4. Anne (4:19)
5. One Way Or Another (3:56)
6. Sad To Say Farewell (4:22)

Personnel

Ton Scherpenzeel (Keyboards, Vocals, Arranged By), Edward Reekers (Lead Vocals), Johan Slager (Guitar), Peter Scherpenzeel (Bass Guitar), Max Werner (Drums, Percussion, Vocals).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the German original pressing from 1980 on Vertigo.

Who sings on the album?
Lead vocals are by Edward Reekers, with additional vocals from Ton Scherpenzeel and Max Werner.

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.