Steve Hackett’s classical works get reissue treatment

STEVE HACKETT Spectral Mornings (80s UK issue of the 1979 8-track vinyl LP on the blue Charisma 'Madhatter' label, including the singles Every Day and Clocks. The picture sleeve shows light wear and the vinyl displays some cosmetic clouding which has no real impact on play CDS4017)

STEVE HACKETT Spectral Mornings (80s UK issue of the 1979 8-track vinyl LP on the blue Charisma 'Madhatter' label, including the singles Every Day and Clocks. The picture sleeve shows light wear and the vinyl displays some cosmetic clouding which has no real impact on play CDS4017)

STEVE HACKETT Defector (1980 UK blue Madhatter label 10-track LP, glossy picture sleeve complete with lyric inner & full colour poster of Hackett mid-solo on stage. Hackett’s fourth solo album, “Defector”, released in 1980 and continuing his winning run of richly textured progressive rock masterpieces. Recorded with the same stellar line-up that made Spectral Mornings, the album delivers a perfect blend of atmospheric instrumentals and finely crafted songs, underscoring Hackett’s flair for mood, melody and precision. Highlights include the cinematic opener ‘The Steppes’, the haunting ‘Jacuzzi’, the melodic ‘The Show’, and the emotionally charged ‘Two Vamps as Guests’. The record closes with the powerful instrumental ‘Hammer in the Sand’, showcasing Hackett’s evocative guitar work and compositional depth. The picture sleeve remains in excellent shape with just minor edgewear,the poster is unused, while the vinyl is clean and glossy with little sign of play. A top-tier example of Hackett’s early solo career — essential for any serious prog or Genesis collector CDS4018)

STEVE HACKETT Spectral Mornings (1979 UK 8-track vinyl LP. Third solo album released in 1979 and widely regarded as one of his finest works. Fresh from his tenure with Genesis, Hackett assembled a superb band including Nick Magnus, John Hackett, and Dik Cadbury, crafting an album that beautifully balances soaring instrumentals with melodic songcraft.Highlights include the majestic opener ‘Every Day’, the ethereal ‘The Virgin and the Gypsy’, the pastoral ‘Tigermoth’, and the spine-tingling title track ‘Spectral Mornings’, each filled with the lyrical guitar tones and atmospheric textures that define Hackett’s signature style.The picture sleeve shows only light edgewear, while the vinyl remains in excellent condition . A timeless progressive classic from one of the genre’s true visionaries.CDS4017)

STEVE HACKETT Defector (1980 UK blue Madhatter label 10-track LP, glossy picture sleeve complete with lyric inner & full colour poster of Hackett mid-solo on stage. Hackett’s fourth solo album, “Defector”, released in 1980 and continuing his winning run of richly textured progressive rock masterpieces. Recorded with the same stellar line-up that made Spectral Mornings, the album delivers a perfect blend of atmospheric instrumentals and finely crafted songs, underscoring Hackett’s flair for mood, melody and precision. Highlights include the cinematic opener ‘The Steppes’, the haunting ‘Jacuzzi’, the melodic ‘The Show’, and the emotionally charged ‘Two Vamps as Guests’. The record closes with the powerful instrumental ‘Hammer in the Sand’, showcasing Hackett’s evocative guitar work and compositional depth. The picture sleeve remains in excellent shape with just minor edgewear,the poster is unused, while the vinyl is clean and glossy with little sign of play. A top-tier example of Hackett’s early solo career — essential for any serious prog or Genesis collector CDS4018)