SBB-Ze Słowem Biegnę do Ciebie (1977)

Poland has proven to be one of the most creative countries when it comes to progressive rock. It is also undoubtedly the only country in Eastern Europe that takes pride in this style. Probably the best progressive rock band from Poland has been SBB. This group, formed in the early 1970s in the city of Siemianowice, has had several phases, the first being the most fondly remembered, spanning from 1975 to 1981. “Ze Słowem Biegnę Do Ciebie”, released in 1977, was their third studio album. On it, the lineup of Józef Skrzek (synthesizers, electric piano, Moog synthesizer, clavinet, Mellotron, bass, and vocals), Antymos Apostolis (guitar), and Jerzy Piotrowski (drums and percussion) created a truly substantial and powerful source of eclectic progressive rock, incorporating elements of jazz rock, space rock, and symphonic rock with well-structured, epic compositions that showcased the technical prowess of all three band members. The first side of the original album features the immense, eponymous jazz-rock track, a 19-minute musical epic that blends multiple styles, from energetic moments to more subdued sections. In contrast, "Przed Premiera" is closer to jazz fusion, featuring impressive keyboard and drum combinations with a touch of avant-garde and exploration. Without a doubt, this is one of the best European progressive rock albums, performed by one of the most talented bands ever, and is considered a true masterpiece of the genre.