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Review: Released in 1969, Pink Floyd's Ummagumma is a double album that showcases the band's experimental edge. The first disc features live recordings from concerts in Birmingham and Manchester that highlight the group's dynamic stage presence with extended versions of tracks like 'Astronomy Domine' and 'Careful with That Axe, Eugene.' The second disc consists of solo compositions by each band member, revealing their individual creativity and eclectic styles. This album captures Pink Floyd's transition from their early psychedelic sound to a more avant-garde and progressive approach, making it a significant milestone in their illustrious career.

Review: Porcupine Tree's Fear Of A Blank Planet gets an expansive reissue via Transmission, offering the most comprehensive edition of the iconic 2007 album to date. This deluxe edition is packaged in a 112-page hardback book featuring rare photographs by Lasse Hoile & Carl Glover, and an in-depth exploration of the album's creation by Stephen Humphries. The five-CD set includes newly remastered versions of Fear Of A Blank Planet and the Nil Recurring EP, alongside over 55 minutes of previously unreleased demos. Fans will also find live performances from The Garage in Saarbrucken in 2006, a BBC session, and an unplugged instore performance from 2007. The inclusion of these early live recordings offers fascinating insights into the evolution of the album's material. The Blu-ray disc includes remastered stereo and 5.1 surround sound mixes, a 2024 documentary, and live footage from The Palladium in Koln. With contributions from prog legends Robert Fripp and Alex Lifeson, Fear Of A Blank Planet stands as one of the band's most celebrated works. This reissue provides a deep dive into the creation of an album that remains a cornerstone of progressive rock.