Pre-Sales Now Open– A truly unique keepsake
New Album – May 2026
First 100 pre-sales to have their name printed inside the CD artwork !
Gil Galad returns with their most ambitious work yet “The John Walker Imaginarium – Time Shift”. Nearly 80 minutes of cinematic prog rock inspired by a world of shifting realities.
You can now pre-order the CD and secure a truly unique keepsake:
Your name printed within the CD artwork and if you send us a head and shoulders photo, we will have your image “steam-punked” and sent back to you, as part of the release package.
Delivery is scheduled for early May 2026, CD Price: £18 (including a code to download high quality Wav and MP3 versions of the album and its stunning artwork free of charge) plus P&P.
Originally planned for late 2025, the band extended the writing period to fully realise the ambitious concept.
We are now able to ship to the USA and most other countries outside of the EU. Postage will be calculated at checkout
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CD – The John Walker Imaginarium – Time Shift Preorder Bundle USA AND CANADA ONLY
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CD – The John Walker Imaginarium – Time Shift Preorder Bundle UK AND EUROPE ONLY
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Varna to Whitby – Silver Sand and Boxes of Earth – download with Mp3 & Wav version and artwork
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FREE – Download the original album artwork
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A Record of the Unworldly and the Strange (Download) (MP3 version)
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A Record of the Unworldly and the Strange (Download) (Hi Resolution WAV format – 600Mb))
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FREE Bonus EP – a blast from 1980: Download – MP3 version
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FREE Bonus EP – a blast from 1980: WAV high resolution version
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CD – A Record of the Unworldly and the Strange
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Gil Galad, the 80’s prog rock band from Durham UK are back.
1979. Ford Cortina, Vauxhall Viva and an Austin Maxi. Flared jeans, long hair, velvet jackets…
Filled with the exuberance of youth, a bunch of students in the City of Durham were drawn together through their love of songs that were longer than the average lifespan of a small horse and carried more time-shifts than a series of Dr Who. Fortified by beer, Salutation burgers and Colpitts toasties, they forged a sound in a bid to take over the world…
But the world is a big place…and as they drifted off in different directions to explore the fruits of the planet, the sound lay dormant… until one day… 40 years later…
The wonders of modern science unearthed the invisible, ethereal chord that bound them in brotherhood forever. And by means of digital fascination the sound was awakened once more.
A spark of an idea ignited the flame of creativity. Older, and with less hair and sensible slacks, plans were drawn. The story of John Walker, inventor of the friction match, acted as a catalyst for exploring time shifts, parallel universes, steam punk avatars and the possibilities of endless worlds in the hope that we can make sense of our own.
Others have joined in our quest, our enthusiasm, our love and found themselves unable to leave as they too become one with the sound. This is neither the beginning… nor the end… merely a continuation…
Records of the Unworldly and the Strange
“An Ingenious Man”
The new Album takes as its starting theme, the historic truth of John Walker’s time in Stockton-on-Tees and his invention of the friction match. He is portrayed in our story as a complex and conflicted man, a man of ideas and insight beyond his time – an ingenious man!
And so, the idea developed… Many historical and literary figures emerged during Walker’s lifetime, characters seeming to possess a clarity of vision beyond the realms of many, moulding the future from steel, and iron and coal. Futures never before imagined brought to life by uncanny abilities…
Is this where the story starts?
Enjoy…
Gil Galad
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Gil Galad — A Record of the Unworldly and the Strange
Limited Edition CD — Only £10 + P&P gilgalad.uk/product/cd-a-record-of-the-unworldly-and-the-strange-1st-edition/
Get the physical limited‑edition CD and receive the EP download free of charge, plus an instant album download code to enjoy while you wait for your CD to arrive.
What you get
Limited‑edition CD (first pressing)
Free EP download included
Instant album download code sent immediately
Praise
“Utterly mesmerized by the storytelling and music—what an experience! The narration evokes the haunting drama of War of the Worlds… a sonic journey that demands headphones. If this is just the beginning, we’re in for something extraordinary. Bravo!”
Why buy
This is for listeners who love immersive storytelling, layered soundscapes, and a touch of the uncanny. Perfect for collectors, late‑night headphone sessions, and anyone who wants something different on their shelf.
How to order - gilgalad.uk/product/cd-a-record-of-the-unworldly-and-the-strange-1st-edition/ - visit our online store to purchase. Your instant download code will be emailed as soon as you order.
Act now — limited stock available.
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Step into the world of The John Walker Imaginarium – Time Shift, the bold new album from Gil Galad. 14 tracks. Nearly 80 minutes of cinematic Prog Rock. Reality bends. Time shifts. The journey begins.
💿 Be Part of the Legacy
Pre-order now at www.gilgalad.uk still time to have YOUR name printed inside the CD artwork — a keepsake like no other.
🕰️ Bonus Steampunk Portrait
Send us a head-and-shoulders photo and we’ll return your image “steam-punked” — a custom portrait included in your pre-release package.
⚙️ Don’t miss your chance to be immortalised in Gil Galad’s most ambitious release yet.
This is a journey, not just a playlist
• Physical ownership CD you wont regret the purchase and you will be the first to get download options too
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Big thanks to
Claire Barnes, Billy Surgeoner, Ian D Wilson, Kevin Cain
for all of your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!
So today is dust and tidy studio. While listening to Iona “The Book Of Kells” Dave Bainbridge…. makes the job doable!
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Here is our February New Letter.. please have a read and it would be great support, if you signed up to receive future editions...https://mailchi.mp/f9019e7e6c6e/latest-news-50859?e=fcdc104b39
Paul Dobson NevWill Tobes Kev Stevens
Hi All, @followers @top fans Gil Galad
Here is our February New Letter.. please have a read and it would be great support, if you signed up to receive future editions...https://mailchi.mp/f9019e7e6c6e/latest-news-50859?e=fcdc104b39
Paul Dobson NevWill Tobes Kev Stevens
On YouTube now… worth subscribing Gil Galad@top fans Thanks for your ongoing support…..
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Paul is featuring us on his next show on Thursday night 29th Jan, between 8pm and 11pm…
The Last Outpost, Harborough FM
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Big thanks to
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for all of your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!
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