Although the Carpenter's cover (of this song) is probably better known (if that phrase can be used with something this relatively obscure), this is the original, released in 1976. The sonics and instrumentation used here are a bit more psychedelic than the more mainstream cover. Klaatu was the name of the visiting alien in the film "The Day the Earth Stood Still," hence the science-fiction connection. Also, a rumored Beatles connection/resurrection has since been explained and debunked. This article can be found here: http://www.klaatu.org/klaatu1.html Currently, the… read more
Although the Carpenter's cover (of this song) is probably better known (if that phrase can be used with something this relatively obscure), this… read more
Although the Carpenter's cover (of this song) is probably better known (if that phrase can be used with something this relatively obscure), this is the original, released in 1976. T… read more
Klaatu was a Canadian progressive rock band formed in 1973 and disbanded in 1982. Members John Woloschuk, Dee Long and Terry Draper lived in Toronto. They released five studio albums, the most famous of which is the 1976 debut 3:47 EST (AKA Klaatu), which, due to a rumor started by a DJ, was believed by some to be a front for new work by the Beatles. The album's artwork contained no credits for the performers, and there were at times vocal similarities with Lennon and McCartney. That album's song "Calling Occupants of Interplanetary Craft" became a hit when cover… read more
Klaatu was a Canadian progressive rock band formed in 1973 and disbanded in 1982. Members John Woloschuk, Dee Long and Terry Draper lived in Toronto. They released five studio albums, the m… read more
Klaatu was a Canadian progressive rock band formed in 1973 and disbanded in 1982. Members John Woloschuk, Dee Long and Terry Draper lived in Toronto. They released five studio albums, the most famous of which is the 1976 debut 3:47 EST… read more