‘Magneticism II’ features some of the finest ‘live’ performances by
Captain Beefheart & his
Magic Bands, many being previously unreleased rarities.
Led by California's enigmatic singer/songwriter: Don Van Vliet (aka
Captain Beefheart), his
various Magic Bands were faithful in their pursuit to realise his musical
visions. ‘live’ they
always shone and these joyously, unforgettable performances make this a truly
important
collection of work, showing a unique and innovative ring master directing his
collaborators
in staggering form to ecstatic crowds. These recordings also give a broad scope
of the
Captain’s catalogue of work with material from the beginning of his career
right up to his
final compositions – reminding us today why he is still regarded as one of
the most
important and influential musician/artists of the Twentieth Century. To quote
the Captain: ‘If
you got ears- you gotta listen’…