TEN YEARS AFTER - Stonehenge 12" Vinyl LP Album

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Ten Years After's "Stonehenge" is a landmark blues-rock album, released in 1969 on 12" vinyl LP with a gatefold cover. It features the band's signature sound, blending powerful vocals and guitar work with bluesy riffs and extended improvisations. The album explores themes of love, loss, and social commentary, solidifying their place as pioneers of the genre and influencing generations of musicians.

Album Front Cover Photo of Ten Years After - Stonehenge Gatefold 12" Vinyl LP Album

"Stonehenge" Album Description:

TEN YEARS AFTER's "Stonehenge" 12" Vinyl LP Album stands as a notable piece of musical history, capturing a moment in time with its distinctive features. Released during a period marked by musical innovation and cultural shifts, the album made its mark not only through its musical contributions but also with its unique design elements.

The die-cut hole on the back of the album cover serves as a visual intrigue, offering a glimpse into the inner sleeve. A thoughtful design choice by Deram, this hole is more than a mere aesthetic detail; it carries practical significance. Through this small portal, listeners were provided with a means to discern whether the record was mono or stereo, based on the color of the inner sleeve.

As the music industry embraced stereo technology, such visual cues became essential for consumers navigating the evolving landscape of audio formats. The ingenuity behind this design reflects the attention to detail prevalent during an era that witnessed not only musical experimentation but also advancements in presentation and packaging.

Beyond its visual elements, the musical content of "Stonehenge" contributed significantly to the rich tapestry of its release period. The album, like many of its contemporaries, played a role in shaping the sound of the time. TEN YEARS AFTER, known for their blues-rock prowess, showcased their musical dexterity through tracks that resonated with the sentiments of the era.

Commercial success, a crucial aspect of any album's legacy, smiled upon "Stonehenge." The record found its audience and secured a place in the charts, a testament to the band's ability to connect with listeners. In an era marked by diverse musical expressions, TEN YEARS AFTER's "Stonehenge" managed to carve out its niche and thrive commercially.

Music Genre:

 Blues, Hard Rock Music 

Producers:

 Produced by Mike Vernon

Album Packaging / Information:

Gatefold/FOC (Fold Open Cover) Album Cover Design 

This album cover has a small die-cut hole on back.This hole allows you to see the inner sleev. The color of the inner sleeve was used by Deram to indicate mono or stereo records. 

Record Label & Catalognr:

 White/Red Deram Label SML 1029

Media Format:

 12" Vinyl LP Gramophone Record  

Year & Country:

  1968 Made in England

Band Members and Musicians on: Ten Years After - Stonehenge
    Band-members:
  • Alvin Lee

    Alvin Lee (born Graham Barnes, December 19, 1944 – March 6, 2013) was an English rock guitarist and singer, best known as the lead vocalist and lead guitarist for the blues rock band Ten Years After . He was born in Nottingham, England and began playing guitar at the age of 13. In the late 1960s, he formed Ten Years After and the band released their first album in 1967. They gained international fame with their performance at the Woodstock festival in 1969.

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    In the 1970s and 1980s, Lee released several solo albums and collaborated with other musicians. He continued to perform and record with Ten Years After until his death in 2013. He was known for his powerful and rapid guitar playing and was considered one of the greatest guitarists of his generation.

    Throughout his career, Lee received numerous accolades and awards, including being voted the third greatest guitar player of all time, by Classic Rock magazine, in 2004. He died of complications following a routine surgical procedure in 2013.

  • Leo Lyons

    Leo Lyons (Real-name: Leo David William Lyons) an English musician and bassist, best known as a member of the British blues rock band Ten Years After. He was born on 30 January 1943, in London, England. He started playing bass guitar in the early 1960s and joined Ten Years After in 1967, replacing the band's original bassist, Chick Churchill. He played bass guitar, provided backing vocals and wrote some songs for the band. He was an important member of the band and played in all the band's albums until their disbanding in 1975 and played in reunion concerts later on.

  • Ric Lee

    Ric Lee (Full-name: Richard Lee) an English drummer and percussionist, known as a member of the British blues rock band Ten Years After. He was born on October 19, 1945, in Birmingham, England. He started playing drums in the early 1960s and joined Ten Years After in 1967, replacing the band's original drummer, Dave Quickmire. He played drums and provided backing vocals for the band. He was an important member of the band and played in all the band's albums until their disbanding in 1975 and played in reunion concerts later on.

  • Chick Churchill

    Chick Churchill (Real-name: Michael George Churchill) English keyboardist and pianist, best known as a founding member and original keyboardist of the British blues rock band Ten Years After. He was born on May 25, 1947, in London, England. He started playing piano and organ in the early 1960s and formed Ten Years After in 1966 with guitar player Alvin Lee, bassist Leo Lyons and drummer Ric Lee. He played keyboard, organ and piano and provided backing vocals for the band. He was an important member of the band and played in the band's first two albums, "Ten Years After" and "Undead" . He left the band in 1968 to pursue a solo career, and was replaced by keyboardist Dave Quickmire.

     Ten Years After was one of the most popular and influential British blues rock bands of the late 1960s and early 1970s, and Chick Churchill was considered to be an accomplished keyboard player. He has also played in other bands and projects, but is mostly known for his work with Ten Years After. He continues to perform as a solo artist and with

  • Mike Vernon

    Mike Vernon: A legend of British blues. Explore his iconic productions, the founding of Blue Horizon Records , and his lasting impact on blues-rock.

  • Roy Baker
  • Martin Smith
  • Count Simon (Stable) de la Bedoyere
  • The Bird

Complete Track Listing of: Ten Years After - Stonehenge
    Side One:
  1. Going To Try
  2. Can't Live without Lydia
  3. Woman Trouble
  4. Skoobly-oobly-doobos
  5. Hear Me Calling
    Side Two:
  1. A Sad Song
  2. Three Blind Mice
  3. NoTitle
  4. Faro
  5. Speed Kils
Album cover photos of : Ten Years After - Stonehenge

Large Hires Photo Album Front Cover Photo

Large Hires Photo Record Label
Close-up of Stonehenge's Record Label in the colours red and white. Note: part of the catalognr is printed upside down

 

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TEN YEARS AFTER - Cricklewood Green
TEN YEARS AFTER - Cricklewood Green album front cover vinyl record

  DERAM SML 1065 / XZAL 9583P , 1970 , England

Ten Years After's "Cricklewood Green," released in 1970 as a 12" vinyl LP, 1st UK Pressing, redefined musical boundaries with its fusion of blues, rock, and jazz. This seminal album, featuring the iconic Mono/Stereo Peephole and a poster, marked a transformative period for the band. Commercial success, epitomized by the chart-topping single "Love Like a Man," solidified its status as a timeless classic, leaving an indelible imprint on the music scene.

Cricklewood Green 12" Vinyl LP
TEN YEARS AFTER - Hear Them Calling
TEN YEARS AFTER - Hear Them Calling album front cover vinyl record

 Nova 6.28 364-1 , 1976 , Germany

Calling all blues-rock fans! Released in 1976, "Hear Them Calling" is a compilation on double LP vinyl, offering a retrospective of Ten Years After's electrifying career. Dive into their signature sound, featuring iconic tracks like "I'm Going Home" and "Love Like a Man," alongside electrifying live recordings. This collection captures both the studio mastery and raw energy that solidified Ten Years After's place in music history.

Hear Them Calling 12" Vinyl 2LP
TEN YEARS AFTER - Positive Vibrations
TEN YEARS AFTER - Positive Vibrations album front cover vinyl record

Chrysalis 6307 533 , 1974 , Germany

Released in 1974, "Positive Vibrations" captures Ten Years After's blues-rock energy on a 12-inch vinyl LP. Fronted by the iconic guitarist Alvin Lee, the album showcases their signature sound - electrifying guitar riffs, soulful vocals, and driving rhythms. Expect both original tracks like the title song and "Nowhere to Run" alongside a scorching rendition of Little Richard's "Going Back to Birmingham." Whether a longtime fan or new listener, this vinyl promises a dose of classic rock power.

Positive Vibrations 12" Vinyl LP
TEN YEARS AFTER - Recorded Live (French & German Releases)
TEN YEARS AFTER - Recorded Live (French Release) album front cover vinyl record

Chrysalis CTY 1049 , 1973 , France

The release of Ten Years After's "Recorded Live" captures the raw energy of the British blues-rock band across four European concerts. This double LP, released in 1973, features unedited recordings from Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Frankfurt, and Paris, showcasing the band's improvisational prowess and Alvin Lee's electrifying guitar work. Presented in a gatefold sleeve, this French edition offers a unique perspective on Ten Years After's captivating live experience. (59 words)

Recorded Live (French Release) 12" Vinyl LP Recorded Live (German Release) 12" Vinyl LP
TEN YEARS AFTER - Rock and Roll Music to the World
TEN YEARS AFTER - Rock and Roll Music to the World album front cover vinyl record

Chrysalis 6307 507 / CHR 1009 , 1972 , Germany

In 1972, Ten Years After's "Rock and Roll Music to the World" solidified their blues-rock legacy. This vinyl masterpiece, pulsating with energy and Lee's fiery guitar, blends blues riffs, soulful vocals, and extended jams. From the opening power of "You Give Me Loving" to the title track's celebratory spirit

Rock and Roll Music to the World 12" Vinyl LP
TEN YEARS AFTER - Stonehenge
TEN YEARS AFTER - Stonehenge album front cover vinyl record

Deram Label SML 1029 , 1968 , Made in England

Ten Years After's "Stonehenge" is a landmark blues-rock album, released in 1969 on 12" vinyl LP with a gatefold cover. It features the band's signature sound, blending powerful vocals and guitar work with bluesy riffs and extended improvisations. The album explores themes of love, loss, and social commentary, solidifying their place as pioneers of the genre and influencing generations of musicians.

Stonehenge 12" Vinyl LP
TEN YEARS AFTER - Watt P
TEN YEARS AFTER - Watt album front cover vinyl record

DERAM SML 1078, XZAL 10255P , , Made in England

"Watt" is the album by the British blues rock band Ten Years After, released in 1970. It was the band's fifth studio album and the first to feature bassist Leo Lyons as a producer. The album reached number 33 on the UK Albums Chart and number 31 on the US Billboard 200. It features the song "I'm Coming On" which was a hit single in the UK and US.

Watt 12" Vinyl LP
TEN YEARS AFTER - Weisse Serie
TEN YEARS AFTER - Weisse Serie album front cover vinyl record

Decca 6.25.234 , , made in Germany

 "Die Weisse Serie" is a series of Classic Rock albums re-issued by the German Branch of Decca Records. Some of the bands in the "Weisse Serie" include David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, John Mayall, UFO and many others. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

Weisse Serie 12" Vinyl LP