CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album

Unlimited Edition is a compilation album by the band Can. Released in 1976 as a double album, it was an expanded version of the 1974 LP Limited Edition on United Artists Records which, as the name suggests, was a limited release of 15,000 copies (tracks 14-19 were added). The album collects unreleased music from throughout the band's history from 1968 until 1976, and both the band's major singers (Damo Suzuki and Malcolm Mooney) are featured. The cover photos are taken in Pantheon room of The British Museum.

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CAN - Unlimited Edition 2LP

Collector Notes:

 
This album features the band's major singers Damo Suzuki and Malcolm Mooney

Music Genre:

 
Krautrock, German Acid Psychedelic

Collector's info:

 

Double LP with gatefold (FOC) cover design. Detailed album information printed on the back cover.

Unlimited Edition is a compilation album by the band Can. Released in 1976 as a double album, it was an expanded version of the 1974 LP Limited Edition on United Artists Records which, as the name suggests, was a limited release of 15,000 copies (tracks 14-19 were added). The album collects unreleased music from throughout the band's history from 1968 until 1976, and both the band's major singers (Damo Suzuki and Malcolm Mooney) are featured. The cover photos are taken in Pantheon room of The British Museum.

Album Production Information:

 

Produced by CAN
Recorded at Inner Space Studio and CAN-studio, Weilerswist
Album cover: Trevor Key
Photo: Mick Rock

Mick Rock, born on 24 November 1948, is a renowned British photographer widely known for his iconic images of rock and roll legends. Dubbed "The Man Who Shot the Seventies", Rock's distinctive style and uncanny ability to capture the essence of the music and artists he photographed have solidified his position as one of the most influential rock photographers of all time.

Early Life:
Michael David Rock was born in London, England. From an early age, he displayed a deep interest in the arts and music. He attended Cambridge Arts College, where he further honed his artistic skills and developed a passion for photography. During this time, he experimented with various techniques and styles that would eventually define his unique visual language.

Rise to Fame:
In 1969, Mick Rock's career took a serendipitous turn when he met a young and relatively unknown musician named David Bowie (then known as David Jones). The meeting marked the beginning of a transformative partnership and close friendship between the two artists. Rock's camera lens would go on to capture some of the most iconic moments of Bowie's Ziggy Stardust era, helping to cement Bowie's status as a legendary rock star.

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Rock's ability to capture the raw and flamboyant energy of the emerging glam rock movement brought him to the forefront of the music scene. Throughout the 1970s, he became the go-to photographer for rock and roll royalty, working with iconic acts such as Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, Queen, The Ramones, and many others.

Photographic Style:
Mick Rock's style was characterized by a unique mix of intimate, candid shots, and staged, imaginative portraits. He had a keen eye for detail, and his use of lighting and composition brought a surreal and theatrical quality to his photographs. His pictures often managed to capture the vulnerability and charisma of his subjects, revealing the human side behind the rock star façade.

The visual language he developed became synonymous with the glam rock era and significantly influenced the perception of rock and roll culture during that time. His images exuded an aura of decadence and hedonism, reflecting the spirit of the era's music and lifestyle.

Later Career:
As the music scene evolved, so did Mick Rock's photography. In the 1980s and beyond, he continued to collaborate with musicians from various genres, documenting the rise of new wave, punk, and post-punk acts. His versatility as a photographer allowed him to adapt to changing musical landscapes, capturing the essence of each unique era.

In addition to his photography work, Mick Rock has also directed music videos for prominent artists like David Bowie, including the iconic video for "Life on Mars?" He has published several acclaimed photography books, showcasing his vast collection of images from his decades-long career.

Legacy and Recognition:
Mick Rock's contributions to the world of rock and roll photography have earned him widespread recognition and numerous accolades. His work has been exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide, and he continues to be celebrated as one of the pioneers of his craft. Rock's images have become an integral part of music history, immortalizing the spirit of some of the most legendary and influential musicians of all time.

Mick Rock a selection of album covers for which he has done the photography: Queen , David Bowie , Syd Barrett, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop and The Stooges, Geordie, The Sex Pistols, The Ramones, Joan Jett, Talking Heads , Roxy Music , Crossfade, Thin Lizzy, Mötley Crüe , and Blondie. Often referred to as "The Man Who Shot the Seventies", most of the memorable images of David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust were shot by Mick Rock, in his capacity as Bowie's official photographer.

Heavy Metal bands he has photographed include: Attila, Def Leppard , Doro , Fates Warning, Hallows Eve, Piece Dogs, Riot V, Thin Lizzy, Voivod , Yngwie J. Malmsteen.

Record Label Information:

 
White Label Spoon 023/024

Media Format:

 
12" Vinyl Double LP  Gramophone Record
Album weight: 380 gram  

Year & Country:

 
1976 Made in Germany
Band Members and Musicians on: Can Unlimited Edition
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Holger Czukay: bass guitar
  • Michael Karoli: guitar, shehnai
  • Jaki Liebezeit: drums, percussion, winds
  • Irmin Schmidt: keyboards, synthesizer, schizophone
  • Damo Suzuki: vocals
  • Malcolm Mooney: vocals _
Track Listing of: Unlimited Edition

The Song/tracks on "Unlimited Edition" are

  • Gomorrha 5:41 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • Doko E 2:26 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • LH 702 2:11 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Suzuki)
  • I'm Too Leise 5:10 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • Musette 2:08 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Suzuki)
  • Blue Bag (Inside Paper) 1:16 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • E.F.S. No. 27 1:47 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Suzuki)
  • TV Spot 3:02 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Suzuki)
  • E.F.S. No. 7 1:05 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Suzuki)
  • The Empress And The Ukraine King 4:40 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Mooney)
  • E.F.S. No. 10 2:01 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • Mother Upduff 4:28 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Mooney)
  • E.F.S. No. 36 1:55 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • Cutaway 18:49 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • Connection 2:20 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Mooney)
  • Fall Of Another Year 3:20 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt, Mooney)
  • E.F.S. No. 8 1:37 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • Transcendental Express 4:37 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)
  • Ibis 5:00 (Karoli, Czukay, Liebezeit, Schmidt)

 

Front Cover Photo Of CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album front cover https://vinyl-records.nl

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Photo Of The Back Cover CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album back cover

Photo One Of The Inner Gatefold CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album inner gatefold cover

Photo Two Of The Inner Gatefold CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album inner gatefold cover

Close up of Side One record's label CAN - Unlimited Edition 12" Vinyl LP Album

"Unlimited Edition" Record Label Details: Spoon 023/024

"Unlimited Edition" Record Label Details: Spoon 023/024
 

Index of CAN Band with Holger Czukay Vinyl Album Discography & Album Cover Gallery

Mini-biographies of CAN's band-members

  Holger Czukay was a German musician and co-founder of the experimental rock band Can. He was born in 1938 and passed away in 2017. He was a bassist, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist, and was known for his use of tape loops and electronic techniques in his music. He was also a pioneer in the use of sampling in music.

  Czukay was one of the main songwriters and producers in Can and played a crucial role in the band's development of the krautrock genre. He also released several solo albums, which often featured collaborations with other artists and showcased his unique experimental approach to music.

  Czukay's work with Can and his solo albums have been cited as major influences by many musicians and bands in various genres, including electronic, experimental, industrial, and alternative.

  was a German musician, and guitarist for the experimental rock band Can. He was born in 1948 and passed away in 2001. He was a versatile musician and was known for his use of unconventional guitar techniques and electronic sounds in his music.

  Karoli was a founding member of Can, and played a major role in the band's development of the krautrock genre. Along with Holger Czukay and Irmin Schmidt, he was one of the band's main songwriters, and his guitar playing was a key part of Can's sound. He also played violin, bass guitar and sang on some of the band's songs.

  Karoli's work with Can has been cited as a major influence by many musicians and bands in various genres, including electronic, experimental, industrial, and alternative. His guitar playing was kno

  Jaki Liebezeit was a German drummer and percussionist, and the drummer for the experimental rock band Can. He was born in 1938 and passed away in 2017. He was known for his precise, minimalistic drumming style and his use of electronic drums.

  Liebezeit was a founding member of Can and played a major role in the band's development of the krautrock genre. He was known for his unique drumming style, which often involved using a minimalistic approach to create a hypnotic, repetitive rhythm. His style was heavily influenced by African and Middle Eastern rhythms and he was considered one of the most innovative drummers of his time.

  Liebezeit's work with Can has been cited as a major influence by many musicians and bands in various genres, including electronic, experimental, industrial, and alternative. He was known for his precise, minimalistic drumming style and his use of electronic drums. His drumming technique and style was considered as one of the most original in rock history.

  Irmin Schmidt a German musician and composer, keyboardist and founding member of the experimental rock band Can. He was born in 1937. He is also known for his work as a solo artist and composer for film and theater.

 Schmidt was one of the main songwriters and producers in Can, and his keyboard playing was a key part of the band's sound. He was also known for his use of electronic sounds and unconventional techniques in his music. He was heavily influenced by avant-garde, classical, and world music. He formed Can with Holger Czukay and Michael Karoli in 1968, and the band went on to become one of the leading bands in the genre of krautrock.

 After the band's dissolved, Schmidt has released several solo albums, collaborated with various artists and composed music for films and theater. He has also been involved in various other musical projects. His work with Can and his solo albums have been cited as major influences by many musicians and bands in various genres, including electronic, experimental, industrial, and alternative.

  Damo Suzuki a Japanese musician, the vocalist for the experimental rock band Can during their most productive period in the 1970s. Suzuki joined the band in 1970, after the departure of the band's original vocalist Malcolm Mooney. He sang on several of the band's most well-known albums, including "Tago Mago," "Ege Bamyasi," and "Future Days".

  Suzuki's style of singing was characterized by his use of free-form, improvisational vocals, often in a falsetto register, and was considered as one of the most original and avant-garde in rock music. His live performances with Can were known for their intensity and unpredictability, and he was a major contributor to the band's development of the krautrock genre.

  After leaving Can in 1973, Suzuki went on to perform with various other bands and musicians, and he continues to perform and record to this day. His work with Can has been cited as a major influence by many musicians and bands in various genres, including electronic, experimental, industrial, and alternative. He is also known for his unique approach to live performances, often singing without a microphone and using the audience's space to create a unique atmosphere.