{"product_id":"the-hemulic-voluntary-band-vinyl-mint-m-mint-m","title":"The Hemulic Voluntary Band (VINYL) | Mint (M) Mint (M)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003e\r\n \u003cbr\u003e\r\nLabel: Karisma Records – KAR293CD\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFormat: CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCountry: Sweden\u003cbr\u003e\r\nReleased: Aug 15, 2025\u003cbr\u003e\r\nGenre: Rock\u003cbr\u003e\r\nStyle: Prog Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e1        The Hemulic Voluntary Band    4:53\u003cbr\u003e\r\n2        In The Wild    5:53\u003cbr\u003e\r\n3        Late In November    4:56\u003cbr\u003e\r\n4        The Groke    6:05\u003cbr\u003e\r\n5        Waiting By The Bridge    4:36\u003cbr\u003e\r\n6        A Dangerous Journey    26:33\u003cbr\u003e\r\n \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemulic Voluntary Band (2007) is the fourth studio album by Swedish progressive rock band Ritual. Its title references a fictional brass band from Tove Jansson’s Moomin universe, but the music leans more toward folk, symphonic rock, and '70s-style prog, resulting in a richly imaginative sound. Although not a concept album, it’s thematically tied by literary influences and a sense of childlike wonder. Drawing on Jansson's work, the lyrics explore imagination, nature, and the fantastical. Ritual’s songwriting focuses on storytelling and emotional depth, creating an immersive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eCritics praised the album’s inventive arrangements and emotional range. It's mix of complexity and accessibility appeals to both prog fans and casual listeners, with a strong balance of technique and feeling. In short, The Hemulic Voluntary Band showcases Ritual’s skill at crafting intricate yet heartfelt music. Its fusion of folk, rock, and prog, paired with thoughtful lyrics, makes it a standout in the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedia Condition: Mint (M)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeve Condition: Mint (M)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenre: ROCK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat Type: LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReleased: 09\/26\/2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Love Vinyl Records","offers":[{"title":"- ROCK *SEALED*","offer_id":49259069604082,"sku":"4R7CAQ-0VEJ-LC","price":26.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/7018\/9810\/files\/ritual-the-hemulic-voluntary-band_P4hX5.jpg?v=1779711566","url":"https:\/\/discandvinyl.com\/products\/the-hemulic-voluntary-band-vinyl-mint-m-mint-m","provider":"DiscandVinyl.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}