Pete Francis - Homemade - VINYL LP

Pete Combo Best - We Want Pete [VINYL LP] Spain - Import date 07/03/2026

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. Fool's Mate, released in 1971, was Peter Hammill's debut solo album and appeared while he was still the lead singer and principal songwriter of Van der Graaf Generator - This 180gm vinyl re-issue faithfully replicates the original UK pressing in gatefold sleeve and includes a print of the album artwork backed with new liner notes by Peter Hammill. Rather than extending the band's increasingly complex progressive rock style, the album gathers songs Hammill had written between 1967 and 1971 that were shorter, more melodic, and rooted in late-1960s psychedelic and folk-influenced pop. Hammill described the project as a chance to record material that did not fit his band's direction, calling it a return to his musical roots. Produced by John Anthony at Trident Studios in London, Fool's Mate features contributions from the Van der Graaf Generator lineup alongside guest musicians including Robert Fripp of King Crimson and members of Lindisfarne. The album combines acoustic guitar, piano, organ, saxophone, and electric guitar to create an accessible yet distinctive sound. Standout tracks include InchVisionInch, InchThe BirdsInch, InchCandleInch and InchImperial ZeppelinInch, which showcase Hammill's emerging lyrical style and melodic songwriting.

Peter's third solo album saw him break wide open with the his biggest hit InchCuts You UpInch which is often included in lists of the greatest alternative singles. Propelling him into mainstream stardom, Deep also had two additional fantastic charting singles - InchThe Line Between the Devil's Teeth (And That Which Cannot Be Repeat)Inch, InchCuts You UpInch and InchA Strange Kind of LoveInch. Again produced by Simon Rogers, the critically acclaimed album is still a fan favorite.A1. Deep Ocean Vast Sea A2. Shy A3. Crystal Wrists A4. Marlene Dietrich's Favourite Poem A5. Seven Veils B1. The Line Between The Devil's Teeth (And That Which Cannot Be Repeat) B2. Cuts You Up B3. A Strange Kind of Love Version One B4. Roll Call