SOLID GROUND-MADE IN ROCK-

There are albums out there that truly, in the sense of obscurity, are lost forever and then suddenly rediscovered by enthusiasts. This is one of those rare moments. This Swedish outfit released their sole album in 1976 and vanished two years later. Coming from a Scandinavian prog-background guitarist Gösta Hjelmqvist and drummer Anders Berge got tired of that Music scene and wanted more cutting edge and heavier sound. Peter Eklund and Björn Uhr completed the setting and suddenly one of Sweden´s more Heavy rock acts where in business. Signing to SCAM records they persued an early single with making of this album in January ´76.

The production is a not up to the timetypical standard and the songs are in the Hard/Psych/Heavy/Blues rock department. As this album was cut in ONE day I´ve have to say that it is impressive to achieve this much attitude in one day…very impressive work!! As all songs are strong and this raises some concern why this album never really got the recognizion it deserved. Peculiar..as Always..

Whatabout the drummer, Anders Berge?? As this fellow certainly tries to deliver in the most convincing way, the lack of technical skills shines through. The striking abilities are fine and the drive together with Dynamics are just splendid. Perhaps juvenile inexperience are the keyword here?? The drums are charming but there´s nothing to bring back to the table on this album. Matching the outfit?? Of course!! 🙂

Finding a original copy would be like a lottery ticket high score so why not just settle for a cool reissue/picturedisc for a descent dollar. This album is so rare and if you do find someone who got hold of the original, treat that friend with respect and you will find out you´ve got a lot in common…Music wise that is.. 🙂

VINYLRATING/GRADE

6- VERY GOOD!-WORTH BUYING-