Ktzat Acheret
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Defunct | 1975 |
| Products | Progressive rock music, one album |
Ktzat Acheret or Ketzat Aheret (Hebrew: קצת אחרת, meaning A Little Different) was an Israeli band specializing in progressive rock, active during the years 1974 to 1975. The group was a trio comprised of Shlomo Gronich, Shem Tov Levi, and Shlomo Idov. They produced a single album bearing the band's name.
Originally established as a support band for vocalist Nurit Galron, Ktzat Acheret soon launched a nationwide tour showcasing their original compositions. Although their progressive rock style was unique within the Israeli music scene at that time, they did not achieve commercial success, which ultimately led to the group's dissolution. After the breakup, Gronich moved to New York City to continue his musical education and advance his career.
The album
Prior to their split, Ktzat Acheret recorded their only album, containing twelve tracks with arrangements crafted by Gronich and Levi that incorporated instruments such as strings and bassoon. The album opens with "Traveling" (שיר הנסיעה), a piece inspired by their experiences touring Israel. Other standout tracks include "The Little Prince" (הנסיך הקטן), "Pink Skies" (שיר בין ערביים), "Two Chinese" (שניים סינים), and the final song "Bissalad" (ביסלט), which serves as an homage to The Beatles and garnered critical praise.
The album was recorded at Triton Studios located in Bnei Brak, with its cover art created by Joseph Orbach.