Die Ersten Tage – Paternoster – LP – Brand New Vinyl (Arrives in 20days)

Paternoster’s ‘Die Ersten Tage’ is more than just a curiosity; it’s a portal into the feverish, introspective heart of early 1970s European progressive rock. This lone outing from the Viennese quartet, originally released in 1972, fuses swirling Hammond organ, brittle guitar lines, and haunted vocals into a soundscape that’s both deeply personal and cosmically searching. It’s an album whose scarcity is matched only by its artistic ambition: tracks like ‘Realization’ and ‘Old Danube’ echo the existential yearning of the era, while the band’s stark production and philosophical lyrics set them apart from their English and German contemporaries. ‘Die Ersten Tage’ has become a touchstone among collectors not only for its rarity but for its raw, unvarnished emotion and proto-psych sensibility. For listeners eager to expand their understanding of prog’s European underground, this LP offers a singular experience—one that captures the restless spirit of its time while sounding eerily prescient today. Whether you’re a seasoned vinyl hunter or a newcomer to the genre, Paternoster’s sole record is a document worth treasuring—challenging, transportive, and utterly unique.