LES VARIATIONS-NADOR-

There are not many bands from France that almost could be mistaken for their British counterpart but this is a great exception. Released in 1970 this album is one true Hard/psych/blues rock album that certainly deserves its Place among the records within this blog. Signed to the French EMI/Pathé label after a powerful TV performance in ´68 this is their best and most consistent album.

Guitarist Marc Tobaly interacts in a wonderful way together with vocalist Joe “O.J” Leb, who own´s a rocketfuelled bag of pipes by the way, and the production is very good and long Before it´s time. The whole album got some what of a Led Zeppelin shadow hovering above but this is not intentional. Strong songs are blended with some plain rock standards that doesn´t impress much. The most funny thing is the missuse of the “ooyeah” expression in almost every song. It´s kind of thinking of Ronny James Dio and the Words”Look Out !!” Very amusing but still great!! 🙂

Whatabout the drummer, Isac “Jacky” Bitton?? This is high performance earcandy with a much excellent drummer. The striking abilities is one of the best I´ve ever encountered and the hitratio, both on the kit and congas, are up with the best! This fellow just smashed the ruler over John Bonhams finger´s. I am in drummer heaven by this album. This is one of those rare moments when the recommendation is; You must have listen!! This is top notch in Dynamics, performance and drive…….Sweet Lord Jesus…..:-)

As a true forgotten Hard/psych/blues rock album this is a pleasure to recommend for you to buy. Even though there are some weaker moments, all is forgotten when the whole album is displayed. The superb production just evens up the Mighty high pricetag for a copy. But if you are like me, something else has to stand back because this to good to pass by. 🙂

VINYLRATING/GRADE

8-EXCELLENT-HEAD ON RIGHT BETWEEN THE EYES COLLISION WITH A FREIGHT TRAIN!