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As a predecessor to more name famed bands later on, this release from 1971 just brings out a flavour filled jar of cookies right in front of you. This outfit from Detroit Michigan only released this record and they where a spinoff Group to the Detroit Wheels and contained Mitch Ryder on vocals who guided this outfit on through this shameless terrific album!

The production is time typical with a touch of a “Southern” style in the soundframe. The Hard/Southern/blues rock style is eminent on this recording and all counterparts are acting very well. No song falls over the edge but the standout tune is with out a doubt “Long neck goose”  Maybe the material tend to bend a Little to much in every direction but I sense the great mixture also brings this album up a notch or two to it´s contemperary companions.

Whatabout the drummer, Johnny Badanjak?? Well this is as solid as American Concrete and that will bring some Heavy style playing along with it. The striking abilities are splendid but the impression of a “stiff” hit ratio and a sense of caution brings the impression down to an avarage. Though Mr.Badanjak also possesses a great vocal skill I might cut him some slack. 🙂

This outfit selvimploded when Mitch Ryder left in 1972 due to vocal issues. So, If you´re in for true American Hard/Southern/blues rock with strong songs and with the favour of obscurity this is an album to aim for. A couple of spins on the turntable justifies a purchase and the pricetag isn´t that bad. You could say it´s almost a find!! 🙂

VINYLRATING/GRADE

-6-GOOD!-WORTH BAYING-