Modrý Efekt-Svět Hledačů (1979)

Modrý Efekt is one of the most important bands from the former Czechoslovakia. Formed in 1968 and disbanded in 1990, they reunited in 2004 and remained active until 2016. Originally called Blue Effect, they had to change their name to Modrý Efekt due to pressure from the Czech communist government, which strongly disapproved of English names at the time. Founded around guitarist Radim Hladik, the band also included Lesek Semelka on keyboards and vocals, Oldřich Veselý on keyboards, and drummer Vladimir Cech. In 1979, they released their sixth album, "Svet Hledacu", considered the group's most progressive work alongside its predecessor, "Svitanie" (1977). Their style was a blend of symphonic rock and jazz fusion, emphasizing the work of guitarist Hladik (considered the best Czech guitarist), with intricate rhythm changes, emphasizing synthesizers with ethereal sounds, and guitars. Their style sometimes recalls groups like Yes due to its complex compositions, but without reaching the heights of the British band's excellence.