Al Basim - Revival Al Basim

Different Strokes For Different Folks are proud to present the first ever vinyl reissue of Al Basim's legendary 'Revival' album, originally released via private press in 1979.

Including elements of out-there guitar jams, spiritual jazz, kosmiche soaked rock and Middle Eastern ambience, this is truly a record to live with.

Head of Label, Oz Adams explains why this record is so special: "Every now and again you come across music that feels like you've opened a door to a room you've never been into before. 'Revival' is unique; a kaleidoscopic amalgamation of Arabic, U.S & European influences. Both reflective and deeply soulful, the songs sound like hymns beamed in from a better world."

'Revival' documents Baghdad-born musician Basim Al-Hashimi's once in a lifetime trip to the U.S in 1978 where his concoction of Arabic styles with the Western '60s and '70s rock so beloved of his youth came together to produce a record almost impossible to categorize. Led by his melodic guitar playing, the band move from psychedelic excursions through to meditative ambient sections, jazz inflected grooves and joyful, progressive motifs. Licensed directly from Basim Al Hashimi himself, this reissue package includes an interview with the man himself, outlining his journey towards the creation of both his U.S experience and the masterpiece it produced, as well as photos sourced from his personal archive.

Despite several attempts, 'Revival' has never been reissued before, so Different Strokes For Different Folks are delighted to release this milestone once again.