ASH RA TEMPEL – Starring Rosi (50th Anniversary Edition with Poster) – LP – 180g Pearl Sunrise Transparent Vinyl [FEB 28]

LP – Limited 50th Anniversary Edition on 180g Pearl Sunrise Transparent Vinyl with Poster.

Starring Rosi is the 5th Album by Ash Ra Tempel. Originally released 1973 in the same year as Join Inn. Remastered by Manuel Gttsching himself. Originally released in 1973, this seminal work remains a cornerstone of the Krautrock and Kosmische movement, blending psychedelic rock, ambient soundscapes, and early electronics into a transcendent auditory experience.

Starring Rosi stands out in Ash Ra Tempels discography for its lighter, more accessible sound, balancing the bands signature cosmic explorations with melodic structures and poetic lyrics. It marks an unique chapter in Ash Ra Tempel’s discography, featuring the ethereal vocals of Rosi Mller alongside Manuel Gttsching‘s visionary guitar work. The album is a sonic journey that takes listeners through seven distinct tracks, each showcasing Manuel Gttschings pioneering approach to music.

From the dreamy opening track “Laughter Loving” to the meditative “Day-Dream” and the atmospheric “Interplay of Forces,” songs that illustrate the band’s evolution from their earlier, more intense and improvisational albums, showcasing a more reflective and introspective side .

“The Fairy Dance” is delving into the mystical and meditative, transporting listeners to a dreamlike state. While Schizo sounds like a continuation of the best moments of the previous Ash Ra Tempel records, is the last track Bring Me Up an up-tempo song that features Manuel as well on vocals. Starring Rosi captivates with its blend of cosmic improvisation and melodic beauty.

This reissue of “Starring Rosi” has been introduced and overseen by Manuel Gttsching still, and finalised by his Family exactly to his standards, in which the meticulous approach to his work lives on.

An updated 2024 recut carefully commissioned by Schnittselle in Berlin (who also signs responsible for the previous ART Reissues, likewise, the 2016 E2 E4 Anniversary Edition ensure the warm depth sound while bringing out the rich textures and nuances, all of the original recordings. The reissue is available on 180-gram Black vinyl and a Limited Edition in transparent Pearl Sunrise Vinyl.

Both vinyl editions comes with a replica of the original Vinyl Artwork including its original Backside.

The Limited Edition also includes a Poster of the alternate Backside, used later on the CD Editions showing Rosi and Manuel improvising during studio sessions. Also included are prints of previously unreleased Original “The Fairy Dance” Music and “Schizo” Composition Sheets handwritten by Manuel.

Tracklist:

Side A
1. Laughter Loving
2. Day-Dream
3. Schizo
4. Cosmic Tango

Side B
1. Interplay of Forces
2. The Fairy Dance
3. Bring Me Up