Novalis – Sommerabend (Vinyl LP | DE Reissue | 1976)

Novalis – Sommerabend from 1976 is one of the Hamburg band's most beloved albums and shows them at their most melodic. Keyboard-driven symphonic prog with folky warmth, produced by Achim Reichel – including the long title piece “Sommerabend”. An ideal entry point into the Novalis catalogue.

On offer is a German reissue on Brain (BRAIN 0001.087) of the 1976 album.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Brain – BRAIN 0001.087
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: DE Reissue
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1976
• Genre: Krautrock, Symphonic Rock, Progressive Rock, Electronic – more in Krautrock

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: 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. Aufbruch (9:37)
2. Wunderschätze (10:37)

Sommerabend

Side B

1. Wetterleuchten (3:50)
2. Am Strand (4:20)
3. Der Traum (3:50)
4. Ein Neuer Tag (4:25)
5. Ins Licht (1:52)

Personnel

Achim Reichel (Producer), Lutz Rahn (Keyboards), Detlef Job (Guitar, Vocals), Heino Schünzel (Bass, Vocals), Hartwig Biereichel (Drums).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
No, this is a German reissue on Brain (BRAIN 0001.087). The album was originally released in 1976.

Which well-known songs are on it?
Among others “Aufbruch”, “Wunderschätze”, “Wetterleuchten” and the long title piece “Sommerabend”.

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 Krautrock collection.