{"product_id":"sky-sky-3-1981-vinyl-lp-record","title":"Sky – Sky 3 (1981) Vinyl LP Record","description":"\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbum Introduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSky’s Sky 3 combines classical guitar, progressive rock and jazz-influenced instrumental arrangements across eleven tracks. Released in 1981 on Ariola, the album features John Williams, Kevin Peek, Herbie Flowers and Tristan Fry, with keyboard player Steve Gray joining following Francis Monkman’s departure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecorded and mixed at Studio 3, EMI Abbey Road, the album was produced by Sky, Tony Clark and Haydn Bendall. Original compositions sit alongside John Williams’ arrangement of Handel’s “Sarabande”, with guitars, keyboards, bass and percussion giving the record its varied instrumental palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis copy comes in the pictured gatefold sleeve, with detailed track notes, musician credits and recording information inside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStand-Out Tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Westwind”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKevin Peek’s composition gives the guitars room to explore an extended, melodic arrangement. The sleeve notes describe a gently developed opening followed by a faster section, making it a rewarding selection for listeners who enjoy Sky’s blend of delicacy and drive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sarabande”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Williams’ arrangement of Handel brings the group’s classical influences into focus. Its measured pace provides a reflective contrast to the more rhythm-led original compositions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Connecting Rooms”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWritten by Tristan Fry, this extended piece offers space for the band’s instrumental interplay. The sleeve notes connect its inspiration to an early-morning scene during the group’s European tour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Moonroof”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lively Kevin Peek composition that opens the second side with a change of energy. Its rhythmic approach provides a counterpoint to the more contemplative passages elsewhere on the album.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sister Rose”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteve Gray’s composition highlights the interplay between bass and guitar. John Williams’ sleeve note draws particular attention to Herbie Flowers’ bass part and Kevin Peek’s guitar sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"_ul_1thwv_191\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Sky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: Sky 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1981\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel: Ariola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue No.: ASKY 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinyl colour: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of tracks: 11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre: Progressive Rock \/ Classical Rock \/ Instrumental\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecade: 1980s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonnel: John Williams, Kevin Peek, Herbie Flowers, Tristan Fry, Steve Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducers: Sky, Tony Clark and Haydn Bendall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecording location: Studio 3, EMI Abbey Road\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging: Gatefold picture sleeve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarcode: 5052795279678\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: VG+\/VG+, see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/pages\/condition-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eCondition Grading Guide\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_p_1thwv_144\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/1980s-vinyl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003e1980s Vinyl\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e collection, our full \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/vinyl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eVinyl Records\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e range, or our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-is-on-page=\"false\"\u003e\u003ca role=\"link\" class=\"link tone-auto\" href=\"\/collections\/compact-discs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eCompact Discs\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59521741848924,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/1938\/8252\/files\/Sky_Sky_3_1981_Vinyl_LP_Record.jpg?v=1792061758","url":"https:\/\/www.groovejunkievinyl.co.uk\/products\/sky-sky-3-1981-vinyl-lp-record","provider":"Groove Junkie Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}