The Chrysalis Years 1973-1977 Review

07/13/2005 5:30 AM, AMG


A good representation of the group's three Chrysalis albums, this is all the casual fan needs from this period, while sparing them the overwrought, side-long "The Worm & The Tree" from Something Magic. Tracks like "Grand Hotel," "Toujours L'Amour," "Nothing But The Truth," and "Idol" belong on any Procol Harum "best of" package. Despite the absence of Matthew Fisher (organ) and Robin Trower (guitar) on this collection, it is a satisfying chronicle of the band's last work with the distinctive drummer B.J. Wilson, who died in 1989. ~ James A. Gardner, All Music Guide