Duncan Mackay - Chimera (Reissue) (1974/2009)

Duncan Mackay is a sadly forgotten British keyboardist who recorded two solo symphonic prog rock albums back in 70s along with few disks together with such little known bands like Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel & 10cc, while in 80s he joined Camel to record “Nude”. It’s a pity that his discography usually isn’t so well known for prog lovers ‘cos he’s surely one of the best keyboard players out there.

Anyway his debut album “Chimera” is undoubtedly the best and most representative record of Duncan Mackay. I still wonder why he didn’t become as big as Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman or Patrick Moraz, because “Chimera” is a truly remarkable statement of pure & powerful symphonic prog rock which should be checked out by all keyboard-driven music fans!