Spock's Beard - The Archaeoptimist [Indie Excl Red Vinyl 2LP]

Cat. no: SMALP1326
Format: LP Indie Excl Red Vinyl 2LP
Barcode: 636551832618
Release Date: 21 Nov 2025
Genre: Rock

PROG-ROCK LEGENDS SPOCK'S BEARD ARRIVE ON MADFISH WITH NEW ALBUM 'ARCHAEOPTIMIST' - SPECIAL EDITION 2 DISC CD/DVD, INCLUDES 5.1 & HI-RES STEREO MIXES PLUS 8-PAGE PRINTED LYRIC BOOKLET / DIGIPACK CD INCLUDES 12-PAGE PRINTED LYRIC BOOKLET / 2LP SET / INDIE EXC RED VINYL 2LP SET.

If Spock's Beard have taught us anything over their 30+ years in the business, it's that they have no interest in becoming their own tribute act

The Archaeoptimist - their latest offering & frst release on Madfsh - is not a retreat 
into old habits, but a recalibration. Just when you think they're settling in, they kick the 
walls out instead. 
"mad time signatures, impossible harmonies, intense arrangements...sensational" 
THE PROG REPORT
At the centre of this particular storm is Ryo Okumoto, whose fngerprints are all over the album - not just as a performer, but as a driving creative force. Teaming up with co-writer Michael Whiteman (I Am the Manic Whale) & longstanding bandmembers Alan Morse & Ted Leonard, Ryo has helped shape an album that is undeniably Spock's Beard with a characteristic wry smile to boot.

The album was produced by Okumoto & recorded at each band member's respective home studios. Esteemed producer Rich Mouser (Dream Theater/Weezer) takes up the mixing & mastering duties. 

"a true heir of the legacy of bands as Yes, Gentle Giant, Pink Floyd & old Genesis...a truly fascinating voyage." METAL TEMPLE

Over more than 30 years, Spock's Beard have established themselves as one of modern progressive music's most exciting & consistent acts, with live shows as renowned as their studio work & tours that draw sold-out audiences across the globe. Their albums regularly chart worldwide, with 2018's 'Noise Floor' reaching #3 on the UK Ofcial Rock & Metal Chart & #6 on the Ofcial Progressive Albums Chart.

LP Indie Excl Red Vinyl 2LP Tracks: Invisible ( 06:33 ) / Electric Monk ( 06:16 ) / Afourthoughts ( 07:31 ) / St. Jerome In The Wilderness ( 08:46 ) / The Archaeoptimist - Part 1 ( 16:53 ) / The Archaeoptimist - Part 2 ( 04:14 ) / Next Step ( 10:58 )