THE THIRD POWER-BELIEVE-

As a prominent band on the local scene in Detroit Michigan USA this Power trio outfit released their only album in 1970. Heavy psych/prog/hard influences brings this album out of the shadows. Guitarist Drew Abott and bass player Jem Tragal shared the vocals and perhaps this the best benefit of this odd ball album. As the vocals sometimes reminds me about softhearted ballads they push the Music to limits in some of the tunes and this creates a confused impression.  is it intentional? I just wonder if they realized that this would create a collision in styles.

The production is flawless with a bit of tired downmix of the drums and bass with a strange distortion added. It doesn´t help the overall impression but with the odd choice of songs you don´t really care. There are no songs that stands out but at same time you just can´t Believe some of the  compositions. The lack of a thread to follow is eminent but also the strengh of the record. A Very peculiar album..

Whatabout the drummer, Jim Craig?? This is a splendid drummer with the responsibility for the great drive and Dynamics on this album. Great technical abilities with impressive strike timing. A pure joy for anyone´s ears. To bad that the production suffers from a poor drumssound. Much to bad….

This is one of those strange albums you never thought you would encounter. A boiling mix of sweet harmonys and raw riff guitar playing at the same time, marvelous!!

If you´re in to Heavy psych/prog/hard rock Music from a certain Point of view, this one´s for you. Great reissues are out there for a descent price and a Word of advise is: If you got any hesitations, just listen ahead Before purchase because this is one of the most weird albums I´ve ever Heard. In a positive way!! 🙂

VINYLRATING/GRADE

-5-OK!-WORTH EXPLORING-