Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express – Reinforcements [LP]

Strut Records presents a brand new reissue of the 1975 Brian Augers OblivionExpress original album Reinforcements.A gem from the later years of the Oblivion Express band, Reinforcements seesAuger evolve from his early 70s jazz-rock fusions towards smoother jazz funksophistication, continuing his journey from the previous years Straight Ahead.With two former Oblivion Express drummers joining Average White Band, thereare obvious comparisons to draw as several tracks lean into groove-drivenarrangements and polished mid-70s production.Strut presents the 1975 album Reinforcements, which sees Brian Auger and Oblivion Express shift from jazz-rock into asmoother, funk and soul soundFeatures standout performances from returning vocalist Alex Ligertwood and includes highlights like the keyboard-drivenBrain Damage.Newly remastered reissue, curated with the Auger family, remastered from the original tapes by United Archivings Bill Smithand presented as a high-quality single LP replica editionA1. Brain Damage A2. Thoughts From Afar A3. Foolish Girl B1. The Big Yin B2. Plum B3. Something Out Of Nothing B4. Future Pilot