LPCDreissues: Looking forward to the past

VIRUS, from Bielefeld, Germany, were the best and most popular local progressive group in the early '70s . Their first LP, 'Revelation', was released in 1971 and is partly reminiscent of the early Pink Floyd. The second and final Virus LP, 'Thoughts', was recorded with a different line-up, again under the direction of Conny Plank, and it was released on the legendary Pilz label at the end of 1971. With shorter tracks, this LP was less twisted than the debut. Nevertheless, the music certainly fits well on the Pilz label. This CD edition is extended with two bonus tracks, both of which appear on this Virus CD for the very first time. The included 32-page booklet leaves no question unanswered.

Track Listing:

1. King Heroin 5:37
2. Mankind, Where Do You Go To ? 5:00
3. Theme 0:21
4. Old Time Movie 4:16
5. Butterflies 4:26
6. Take Your Thoughts 6:13
7. Sittin' And Smokin' 2:56
8. Going On 4:32
9. Deeds Of The Past 2:13
10. My Strand-Eyed Girl 4:13

Bonus Tracks:

11. Mary Meets Tarzan 1:05
12. X-mas Submarine 3:26