Daevid Allen - Now Is The Happiest Time Of Your Life LP ( VINYL )

First-ever reissue on vinyl - Remastered audio bringing the warmth and clarity of Allen's sound back to it's analog roots - Faithful reproduction of the original LP artwork, featuring Daevid Allen's own hand-drawn illustrations and personal notes on the back cover - A must-have for Gong collectors and Allen fans. Long-Awaited Reissue of Classic Solo Album by visionary Gong Founder Daevid Allen  The classic Now Is The Happiest Time of Your Life, is being reissued in a beautifully remastered edition. This release, a follow-up to the beloved Good Morning album, captures the whimsical yet profound spirit of Daevid Allen's music, blending his countercultural message with tranquil and organic sounds that evoke the best of his work with Gong. Originally released in 1977, Now Is The Happiest Time of Your Life invites listeners to join Allen's musical journey alongside his imaginary green hero, Zero, a character familiar to fans of the Gong trilogy. With it's lush instrumentation, including the use of tabla, harp, and Allen's signature glissando guitar, the album creates a peaceful, meditative atmosphere that meanders gracefully across it's tracks. Accompanied by Gilli Smyth and the Spanish group Euterpe, Now Is The Happiest Time of Your Life showcases Daevid Allen's unique blend of cosmic psychedelia, folk influences, and countercultural sensibilities, all wrapped in a sound that feels both timeless and refreshingly original. This reissue celebrates one of Allen's finest solo efforts, offering a new generation the chance to experience his visionary artistry.

Label: Charly
UPC: 5060767445815
Release Date: January 31, 2025

Track List

1. Flamenco Zero
2. Why Do We Treat Ourselves Like We Do?
3. Tally ; Orlando Meet The Cockpot Pixie
4. See You On The Moontower
5. Poet For Sale
6. Crocodile Nonsense Poem
7. Only Make Love If You Want To
8. I Am
9. Deya Goddess