Love for Atmosfear was born out of the underground UK dance scene of the early 1980s, from nightclubs, pirate radio shows and soul weekenders. The band's most notable track 'Dancing in Outer Space' - included here on the CD version as a bonus - is a certified classic. It was a chart hit in the UK and was also championed Stateside in clubs such as the mythic 'Paradise Garage' and 'The Loft' by the likes of Larry Levan and David Mancuso. An instantly recognisable anthem that is just as fresh today as it was when it was first released. Originally released in 1981 via Elite / MCA records, 'En Trance' is a joyous album that arguably represents the pinnacle of the Brit-funk sound. The album captures the excitement of these exceptional players demonstrating utmost originality in the studio.
A1 | Free Tonight | 6:55 |
A2 | Duende | 5:53 |
A3 | Creator's Dream | 8:43 |
B1 | Interplay | 6:04 |
B2 | Funk The Rock | 5:20 |
B3 | Invasion | 7:35 |
B4 | Return Of LB | 6:14 |
Arranged By – Atmosfear
Artwork By [Art Direction] – Lee
Artwork [Sleeve Design] – Lester J. Batchelor
Backing Vocals – Richard de Jongh
Bass Guitar, Bass, Synthesizer, Vocals – Lester J Batchelor II
Congas, Bongos, Tambourine, Cabasa, Claves – Leroy Williams
Drums – Keith Northover (A2 to A3, B4)
Drums – Raymond Johnson (A1, B1 to B3)
Effects [Sound Effects] – Jerry Pike
Electric Piano [Wurlitzer], Synthesizer [Prophet 5 & Roland Strings] – Peter Hinds
Engineer – Dal Abbey
Lacquer Cut By – BilBo
Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals – Carol Kenyon
Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar – Antony Antoniou
Mastered By – Denis Blackham
Mixed By – A Sojka
Mixed By – J Pike
Mixed By – L J Batchelor
Producer – A Sojka
Producer – J Pike
Producer – L J Batchelor
Rhythm Guitar [Lead], Acoustic Guitar [Lead], Vocals – Andrzej Z. Sojka
Trumpet – David Allen
Originally released in 1981 via Elite / MCA records, ‘En Trance’ is a joyous album that arguably represents the pinnacle of the Brit-funk sound. The band consisted of bassist, and keyboardist Lester J. Batchelor, drummer Ray Johnson, guitarist Andy Sojka, saxophonist Stewart Cawthorne, singer and guitarist Tony Antonio and producer Jerry Pike. The album captures the excitement of these exceptional players demonstrating utmost originality in the studio.
More Atmosfear and Elite Records reissues are available/coming soon on Mr Bongo, including ‘Xtra Special’ and ‘Dancing In Outer Space’ on 12”.
Official Mr Bongo reissue. Remastered. Licensed from Chemical Discs.
Label Code – LC 12527