STRAY DOG-STRAY DOG-

Released in 1973 this outfit originated from Texas US but soon relocated to Denver Colorado where they grow hugh.

A collaboration between Snuffy Walden and Greg Lake ended up in this debut album that leaves no one untouched. Howling mercy, Wood fit the description at best..A mix between psych/hard/blues rock gives the album a personal and uncompared status among american albums from this timeperiod. The production is great with a warm distinctive tone and freshness. Interaction between vocals and guitar are perfect and just plain wonderful. The Bass guitar could have been brought in yesterday…divine sound.. 🙂

Standout tracks would be”Tramp” “Chevrolet” and “Rocky mountain suite” but no songs falls under the radar. This a competent bunch of tunes. Brings a big Smile on to your face! 🙂

Whatabout the drummer, Les Sampson?? This is drumming at full throttle with great Dynamics, Clean striking and an “asskicking” attitude. I would rate this as one of the greatest achievments from an american drummer from this time period. Just loads of stuff to bring back to the rehearsal room..Fabulous!! 🙂

This is a must record to have, just as wonderful as the sleevecover. Nothing to reveal that this is a top one hundred album from 1973. It can be yours for no Money at all and  as this is Music way Before its time the copies are rarly played very hard. A win/win situation! 🙂

VINYLRATING/GRADE

7-VERY GOOD-GAME, SET AND MATCH-