180 gram audiophile vinyl - Remastered audio. Originally released in 1973, Dream On Dreamer is a fine collection of songs. It was the last album to feature unique guitarist and songwriter Robbie van Leeuwen, all the songs are written by him. There isn't a bad track to be found on this collection but some standouts include the sunshine-infused rock ditty "Time Slips Away" and the majestically penned "Diana In Her Dreams". As any fan knows, Shocking Blue's not-so-secret weapon was the one-of-a-kind deep, throaty, powerhouse vocals from lead singer Mariska Veres. Mariska seems reinvigorated by the new line-up and you can hear it in her voice. Delivering the goods with a higher-octane than usual, Mariska and the boys turn some run-of-the-mill covers into rocking anthems. The arrangements are simple, but the sound is tight and the playing solid. Highly recommended to all Shocking Blue fans and anyone who wants to hear some of the best hidden gems in rock music history.
