Bone 1972 Fairview Studios Sessions

Bone originated from Gilberdyke in the East Riding section of Yorkshire. They recorded several original songs at Fairview studi with Keit Herd in 1972/73. In 1973, Bone became Zhain. The band operated out of Leeds playing locally in the Leeds/Bradford area in the North of England. Some members went on to join a band call Qyl, who recorded three tracks that were released via a small indy label on a compilation L.P. In 1976, Bone regrouped and performed in 1977.
Some members went on to form the influential punk band Dead Fingers Talk, whose L.P. was produced by Mick Ronson (Spiders From Mars). Bones drummer, Martin Atkins, went on to form PIL (Public Image Ltd.) with John Lydon (Rotten).

Bone playlist

Shiver - "San Francisco's Shiver" 1972

Recorded on an old two track, yet effective machine, "San Francisco's Shiver" is significantly heavier than anything popular of the time. A Hell's Angels party band, the often shared bills with the likes of Big Brother and the Holding Co. and Blue Cheer. And it was fitting considering their brand of heavy psych made The Seeds and Steppenwolf sound like Barbara Streisand. Shiver's work is that rare stuff you've heard about but never actually come across. This CD reissue of the recordings is a prime example of the chaos and energy that the band delivered live. Apower trio that puts most other power trios to shame. Including Grand Funk! Another two thumbs up on this one! Fucking brilliant!

Jukin' Bone - "Whiskey Woman" L.P 1972 & "Way Down East" L.P. 1973

Formed in 1970 in Syracuse, N.Y., Jukin' Bone (formerly under the name Free Will) entered Jimi Hendrix's Electric Ladyland studios to record their debut album for RCA Victor entitled "Whiskey Woman." After a lineup change, and with two drummers, Their second album "Way Down East" was released along with two singles: "Whiskey Woman" and "Carol Lynn" (both from the debut L.P.) The band toured the mid-west extensively, but failed to garner any followers (outside of Syracuse) due to poor promotion and publicity. In the fall of 1973 Jukin' Bone "Syracuse's Biggest Band" disbanded.

For a more extensive history and further insight: History of Syracuse Music, or the great article from Rather Rare Records.

And check out Mark Doyal.com for info on albums released after their breakup. Including the entire Electric Ladyland sessions and the highly praised "Lost Third Album." A MAJOR Two Thumbs Up on this one!!!

Leaf Hound Live @ Roadburn 4/14/12

Fair to so-so video & audio.

Plum Nelly - "Deceptive Lines" 1970

Plum Nelly took their name from a defunct rock club of the same name on their home turf of NYC after two of the employees got them a deal with Capitol records. The lineup consisted of John Earl Walker-lead guitar, Ric Prince - Lead vocals, Peter Harris-bass, Steve Ress-Rythm guitar and vocals, and Christopher Lloyd on drums. The band shared bills with a lot of major acts at the time including, but not limited to Jimi Hendrix, Joe Cocker, The Kinks, and Muddy Waters. The album was recorded in 1970 and was released in '71. Background vocals on "Lonely Man's Cry" were done by The Sweet Inspirations led by Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston's mother, and were also doing recording for Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin at the time. The Group toured the U.S. in the early 70's and in '74 relocated to L.A. at which time their bass player Bob Feit went on to play for Tina Turner.
Plum Nelly disbanded in 1976. It was at this time John Earl Walker formed the John Earl Walker band and played throughout the 70's & 80's. The album is guitar driven rock with some really great leads. It sounds more like amid to late 70's project than 1970. All in all a good listen.

Charlee - s/t 1972

Before forming Charlee, (not to be confused with the U.K. band Charlie) Walter Rossi had cut his teeth in the late 60's with some pretty big names like Wilson Pickett, and Buddy Miles Express, where he contributed lead guitar to Buddy's original version of "Them Changes." He even turned down offers from Three Dog Night and Janis Joplin.
Rossi also had the pleasure of jamming with Hendrix and Buddy Miles during the 'Band of Gypsies' days.
Then, back in Canada, Walter co-founded the progressive psych rock band Influence in 1968/69. After being signed to ABC records, they went on tour in support of The Doors and Steppenwolf.
Then in 1971, he formed Charlee, and the band released one eponymous album that year.
The Charlee album is one of the best examples of 70's hard rock you'll ever hear. Highly recommended.
After the album was released, David Bowie's manager Tony Defries heard Walter playing in the studio and offered him a job playing for the Ziggy Stardust tour, but Walter had made up his mind to stay in Montreal close to his father, who was ill at the time.
Rossi then went to Toronto where he met up with Luke Gibson and joined his band Luke and the Apostles in '72/'73.
This album is absolutely amazing. It ranks up there with Montrose, Sad Wings of Destiny, and early Robin Trower.

Pink Fairies - "Uncle Harry" 1993

Relesed in 1993, Uncle Harry is a compilation of obscure tracks and live tunes recorded for the BBC in and around 1970-71. Raw, gritty, energetic rock and roll in the style only the Fairies can bring. It's a pretty cool double L.P. consisting of only 6 songs. The rock "Johnny B. Good" in to a proto-metal track and turns "The Snake" into an extended tribal jam. Full of excess, in the long, slow, psychedelic jams as well as the up beat numbers. Also contains two very lengthy versions of "Uncle Henry's Last Freakout. The fourth side has an engraving of flying pigs, and the packaging all together is superior. A curious release that would be out of place for anyone but the eccentric Pink Fairies. This one rips. Enjoy!

Gedo - s/t 1974

Formed in Osaka, Japan in 1972 by ex-M Hideto Kanoh and Too Much bassist Ryoichi Nakano, Gedo were very popular in the early 1970's festival circuit, mainly at biker meetings and political events. Much like the MC5, Gedo's music carried a lot of political overtones, shooting down capitalism and following ideals from American hippy movements. Although they mix psych with hard rock, they sound much more proto-punk with their aggressive delivery. In fact , I wouldn't hesitate to call them punk rock. Gedo has released 8 albums between 1974 and 2003. This album was recorded live and has a raw energy that smashed barriers of it's time. Named the 24th greatest Japanese Rock album of all time by Rolling Stone Japan, and 30th on Julian Copes book Japrocksampler. Fucking brilliant.

Dull Knife - "Electric Indian" 1971

1971 saw Dull Knife, another Krautrock band that released one album and disappeared from the scene release "Electric Indian." Dull Knife (not to be confused with the band from Brighton formed in with members of The Pretty Things) is heavy guitar driven hard rock/prog (or "Rog" as I like to call it) with some awesome organ giving it a Deep Purple kind of twist. The vocals are often sung using a lot of volume and a distortion effect. It makes for some really heavy moments. The Germans really had this style nailed and this is further proof that Germany was churning out some of the hardest, heaviest music of the time. The cover art was a bit controversial depicting a knife  stabbing a torso.

Buzzbone - "Magic" 45 1976

Released as a 45 rpm single in 1976, this record was supposed to be a prelude to a full length L.P. which never happened. Only now, 38 years later, ShroomAngel records is said to be producing a  slightly delayed release of the album that was scheduled for 2014. The band, from Houston Texas, featured both Dan Mitchel and Tom More of Moving Sidewalks fame. Will this album ever see the light of day? I hope so. Because this cut is great.

Vikings Invasion - Vol. 1 1975

An obvious "unpolished' L.P. from a band hailing from a German speaking pat of Switzerland, Vikings Invasion played a rough gritty blues based heavy rock. Formed in 1970, their first and only album "Vol. 1" (there never was a Vol.2) was released exclusively in England where they had lived for some time. In Switzerland, a bootleg copy was released, but a constant grinding noise makes it an annoying listen at best. The original is wanted by collectors who are willing to pay un-godly prices for the original L.P. because of it's rarity. Like I stated earlier, a bit unpolished, but loud blues rock none the less.

The Other Half - "The Other Half Plus" 1968

From San Francisco, The Other Half were part of the fist wave of psych bands ('66 to '68) and served as the vehicle for guitarist Randy Holden between  The Sons of Adam and Blue Cheer. Holden joined The Other Half after being offered the chance to replace Jeff Beck in The Yardbirds. The Other Half's sound has been compared to The Yardbirds by critics and fans alike containing elements of Blues and Hard Rock. Holen left the band after the release of their debut album, being disappointed by the recording and dissatisfied with the type of guitar he was playing for the band, later stating: "I was trying to accommodate everyone else at the expense of my own soul and happiness."
Formed in 1966, the band released their first single "Mr. Pharmacist" b/w "I've come so far"  and has been described as a slice of "raging garage punk/anger" but failed to sell. It did however, attract the attention of the Acta label who agreed to finance an album. The bands debut on the label was the single "Wonderful Day b/w "Flight of the Dragon Lady", again, attracting critical praise, but failing in sales. 1968 saw the release of their self titled L.P. and is considered a "lost classic" among psych collectors, Holden's guitar being the strong point of the band and the release. There is a tune on the album "Feathered Friend" written by Arthur Lee (Love), and "Flight of the Dragon Lady" being two of my picks from this release. All in all, a fine album. This re-issue containd the two singles mentioned above as well.

R.I.P. Dickie Peterson Sept. 12, 1946 - Oct. 12, 2009

Remember him every time you hear THUNDER from above.