Tamam Shud - Goolutionites And The Real People (1970/2008) Aztec Music - AVSCD 036

 

MP3/320/195MB

Psychedelic-Prog Rock

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Tamam Shud are an Australian psychedelic, progressive and surf rock band formed in Newcastle, New South Wales, in 1964. The group released two albums, Evolution (1969) after which Tim Gaze replaced Zytnik on lead guitar and Goolutionites and the Real People (1970) before disbanding in 1972.

Tracks:

1. The Goolutionites (and the Real People) 1:04

2. They’ll take You Down on the Lot 3:37

3. I Love You All 3:43

4. Heaven is Closed 9:07

5. A Plague 5:11

6. Stand in the Sunlight 2:41

7. Take a Walk on a Foggy Morn 2:18

8. Goolutionites Theme Part 1 3:19

9. Goolutionites Theme Part 2 3:54

10. I Got a Feeling (Bonus Track Single, January 1972) 2:36

11. My Father Told Me (Bonus Track Single, January 1972) 2:40

12. First Things First (Bonus Track Morning of the Earth soundtrack) 4:06

13. Bali Waters (Bonus Track Morning of the Earth soundtrack) 6:16

14. Sea the Swells (Bonus Track Morning of the Earth soundtrack) 6:15

15. Midday ‘Til Four (Bonus Track Live at the Regent Theatre, South Yarra, December 1971) 4:30

16. Bali Waters (Bonus Track Live at the Regent Theatre, South Yarra, December 1971) 6:35

17. Being Absolutely Free (Bonus Track Live at the Regent Theatre, South Yarra, December 1971) 5:00

18. Bow Wow (Bonus Track Live at the Regent Theatre, South Yarra, December 1971) 3:20

Personnel:

Peter Barron - Bass Guitar

Lindsay Bjerre - Vocals, Guitar

Dannie Davidson - Drums (1-9)

Tim Gaze - Vocals, Guitar, Piano

Nigel Macara - Drums (10-18)

Larry Duryrea aka Larry Taylor - Percussion

Richard Lockwood - Sax, Flute, Clarinet, Vocals (10-18)

Larry Duryea - Congas (10-18)

Unit 4+2 - Concrete & Clay: The Complete Recordings (2016) RPM Records - Retro D944

 

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Pop Rock, Beat

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Unit 4 + 2 is the British pop band best known for their 1965 UK No. 1 hit single "Concrete and Clay". The group was part of the British Beat explosion, featuring strong vocal harmonies and guitarist Russ Ballard, who later gained fame with Argent. 

Concrete & Clay: The Complete Recordings 1964-1969 is a comprehensive 2-CD anthology released by RPM Records (originally in 2016, with a reissue in October 2024).  This collection encompasses the band's entire recorded output, including 43 tracks that comprise 14 singles, an EP, and two albums. 

CD1

1. The Green Fields 2:42

2. Swing Down Chariot 2:39

3. Sorrow and Pain 2:42

4. The Lonely Valley 2:24

5. Concrete and Clay 2:18

6. When I Fall in Love 2:26

7. Woman From Liberia 1:42

8. Wild Is the Wind 2:13

9. Cotton Fields 2:10

10. Cross a Million Mountains 2:06

11. To Be Redeemed 2:14

12. (You've) Never Been in Love Like This Before 2:30

13. Tell Somebody You Know 2:15

14. Couldn't Keep It to Myself 2:41

15. You'll Remember 3:01

16. 500 Miles 2:57

17. La Bamba 2:34

18. You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' 3:44

19. The Girl From New York City 3:09

20. Hark 2:24

21. Stop Wasting Your Time 2:25

22. You've Got to Be Cruel to Be Kind 2:25

23. I Won't Let You Down 2:29

CD2

1. Baby Never Say Goodbye 1:58

2. Rainy Day 2:27

3. For a Moment 2:20

4. Fables 2:05

5. I Was Only Playing Games 2:40

6. I've Seen the Light 2:55

7. Too Fast, Too Slow 2:21

8. Booby Trap 2:43

9. Butterfly 2:59

10. A Place to Go 2:21

11. The Unit / Loving Takes a Little Understanding 2:46

12. The Unit / Would You Believe What I Say? 2:14

13. You Ain't Goin' Nowhere 3:00

14. So You Want to Be a Blues Player 2:55

15. 3.30 3:05

16. I Will 2:38

17. Face in My Head 2:52

18. Something I Can Believe In 2:39

19. (Living in) The World of Broken Hearts 2:29

20. I Can't Stop 2:36

Notes

CD1 tracks: 1-4 1964, tracks: 5-23 1965.

CD2 tracks: 1-6 1966, tracks: 7-12 1967, tracks: 13-14 1968, tracks: 15-20 1969.

[Reposted] The Old Man & The Sea (1972/1996) Walhalla WH 96002

 

MP3/320/105MB

Heavy Prog

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The Old Man & The Sea was a progressive rock band from Denmark which was formed in Horsens, Midtjylland in 1967 by Benny Stanley (guitar), Knud Lindhard (bass) and Tommy Hansen (organ, keyboards). The band's first line-up was finalised with the addition of Lars "Beske" Thygesen on drums and Robert Hauschild on vocals. This version of the band toured widely in Denmark and also played some gigs in Norway, but split up when they returned from there in 1969.

The band went on to record their self-titled "Old Man and the Sea" debut album at Rosenberg Studios in 1972.

Tracks:

1. Living Dead (Tommy Hansen, John Lundvig, Benny Stanley) 7:51

2. Princess (Knud Lindhard) 6:01

3. Jingoism (Knud Lindhard) 6:52

4. Prelude (Tommy Hansen) 1:11

5. The Monk Song, Part 1 (Tommy Hansen) 5:53

6. The Monk Song, Part 2 (Tommy Hansen) 3:37

7. Going Blind (Knud Lindhard) 10:29

Personnel:

Ole Wedel - lead vocals (1,3,5,6), percussion (1,3,5,7), vocals (2,7)

Benny Stanley - electric guitar (1-3,5-7), acoustic guitar (1,2,5,7), Leslie guitar (7)

Tommy Hansen - organ (1-7), piano (2,3,7), vocals (2,6,7)

Knud Lindhard - bass (1-3,5-7), lead vocals (2,7), vocals (1,3,5,6)

John Lundvig - drums (1-3,5-7)

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Poul Åge Hersland - flute (5,7)

[Reposted] Jellyroll (1970/2015) Big Pink - BIG PINK 369

 

MP3/320/102MB

Jazz-Rock, Brass-Rock

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Jellyroll was an American brass-rock band from Cincinnati that released a 1970 self-titled album on Kapp Records. Built from members of James Brown’s backing unit The Dapps, they fused soul, fuzz rock and jazzy arrangements in a post-psych crossover style marked by theatrical vocals, swirling organ and ensemble interplay. The band included members as Roger Troy (lead vocals, guitar), Tim Heding (keyboards, background vocals), Ed Setser (guitar), Stu Perry (drums, percussion), Les Asch (saxophones), Dave Parkinson (tenor saxophone) and Bob Thorne (trumpet). The album includes tracks like "Restless Feeling", "Search For A Memory" and "Strange"...

 

Tracks:

1. Restless Feeling (Roger Troy, Richard Podolor, Jellyroll) 2:20

2. Seach For A Memory (Roger Troy, Richard Podolor, Jellyroll) 2:52

3. Strange (Dan Hoagland) 2:25

4. Trying To Forget Someone Too (Roger Troy) 4:03

5. Quick Trip (Tim Hending) 1:13

6. Help Me Over (Roger Troy, Richard Podolor, Jellyroll) 2:57

7. Come On Baby (Roger Troy, Jellyroll) 3:13

8. Follow Me (Roger Troy, Richard Podolor, Jellyroll) 2:49

9. At The Beginning Of Tomorrow (Roger Troy) 3:04

10. Hard Times (Roger Troy, Richard Podolor, Jellyroll) 4:35

11. Standing On The Inside (Roger Troy, Ed Setser) 3:27

Personnel:

Roger "Jellyroll" Troy - lead vocals, bass

Tim Heding - keyboards, backing vocals

Ed Setser - guitar

Stu Perry - drums, percussion

Les Asch - alto & tenor & baritone saxophones

Dave Parkinson - tenor saxophone

Bob Thorne - trumpet

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Cosme Joseph Deaguero - congas

Creedence Clearwater Revival - The Singles Collection (2009) Fantasy Records/Concord Music Group- FAN-31752

 

MP3/320/290MB

Swamp Rock, Roots Rock, Blues Rock, Country Rock, Southern Rock

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Creedence Clearwater Revival's official compilation The Singles Collection was released on November 3, 2009, by Fantasy Records. This comprehensive set presents the band's entire U.S. single output from 1968 to 1972 in chronological order, including both A-sides and B-sides.  It includes major hits such as "Proud Mary" "Bad Moon Rising" "Fortunate Son" and "Green River" alongside lesser-known tracks like "Porterville", "Call It Pretending" and the double-sided "45 Revolutions Per Minute." All tracks mono, except CD2 # 13 & 14 stereo.

CD1

1. Porterville (2:13)

2. Call It Pretending (2:07)

3. Suzie Q. (Pt. 1) (4:33)

4. Suzie Q. (Pt. 2) (3:48)

5. I Put A Spell On You (4:26)

6. Walk On The Water (4:33)

7. Proud Mary (3:07)

8. Born On The Bayou (3:42)

9. Bad Moon Rising (2:17)

10. Lodi (3:08)

11. Green River (2:31)

12. Commotion (2:37)

13. Fortunate Son (2:19)

14. Down On The Corner (2:42)

15. Travelin' Band (2:05)

16. Who'll Stop The Rain (2:24)

CD2

1. Run Through The Jungle (3:00)

2. Up Around The Bend (2:38)

3. Long As I Can See The Light (3:33)

4. Lookin' Out My Backdoor (2:31)

5. Have You Ever Seen The Rain? (2:39)

6. Hey Tonight (2:43)

7. Sweet Hitch-Hiker (2:51)

8. Door To Door (2:05)

9. Someday Never Comes (3:59)

10. Tearin' Up The Country (2:13)

11. I Heard It Through The Grapevine [Single Edit] (3:58)

12. Good Golly, Miss Molly (2:40)

13. 45 Revolutions Per Minute (Part I) (3:13)

14. 45 Revolutions Per Minute (Part II) (7:11)

Joe Pass With Herb Ellis - Joe's Blues (1968/1998) Laser Light - 21094

 

MP3/320/73MB

Bop, Jazz Blues, Guitar Jazz, Instrumental

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Joe Pass (Joseph Anthony Jacobi Passalaqua) American jazz guitarist of Sicilian descent. Born January 13, 1929 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, died May 23, 1994 in Los Angeles, California. Joe's Blues recorded in 1968 and released posthumously in 1998. The listed bassist and drummer are disputed.

Herb Ellis (Mitchell Herbert Ellis) American jazz guitarist. Born: August 4, 1921 in Farmersville, Texas, died March 28, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

Tracks:

1. Alexander's Ragtime Band (3:25)

2. Look For The Silver Lining (3:42)

3. Joe's Blues (3:25)

4. Georgia (6:12)

5. When You're Smiling (3:30)

6. The Shadow Of Your Smile (2:36)

7. What Have They Done To My Song (3:37)

8. You Stepped Out Of A Dream (1:47)

9. Sweet Georgia Brown (3:54)

Note

Joe plays duo with Herb on 6 & 8.

Personnel:

Joe Pass – guitar

Herb Ellis – guitar

Colin Bailey – drums (?)

Monty Budwig – bass (?)

McCully Workshop - McCully Workshop Inc. (1970/2009) Fresh Music - FRESHCD 167

 

MP3/320/100MB

Psychedelic Rock, Prog Rock, Pop Rock

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McCully Workshop Inc. is the eponymous debut album of South African psychedelic rock band. McCully Workshop is arguably one of the best South Africa’s rock bands. They started way back in the ’60s, had their first hit single in 1970, dominated the South African airwaves in the ’70s, continued through the ’80s and ’90s and in the 21st century are still going strong...

Tracks:

1. Why Cant It Rain 4:16

2. Hardcase Woman 2:36

3. Ice Lover 3:06

4. Four Walls 2:40

5. Stargazer 2:50

6. Rushour At Midnight 3:20

7. Jackin Around 3:24

8. Head For The Moon 2:36

9. The Circus 3:59

10. Years Of My Life 3:18

11. Fast Car 1:41

12. Séance 3:06

Personnel:

Tully McCully - vocals, bass, guitar

Mike McCully - vocals, drums

Richard Hyam - rhythm and acoustic guitars, vocals

Glenda Wassman - organ, vocals

Ian Smith - trumpet, flute, flugelhorn

Additional musicians:

Allan Faull - lead guitar (1,2,5,9)

Alan van der Merwe - vocal harmony, organ (1,5)

Melanie Hyam - vocal harmonies (1,6)

The Partridge Family Album (1970/1993) Razor & Tie - RE 2012

 

MP3/320/72MB

Pop Music

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The Partridge Family Album is the first of eight studio albums by The Partridge Family. The LP was released in October 1970, a month after the debut of the ABC-TV musical sitcom The Partridge Family starring Shirley Jones and featuring David Cassidy, both of whom feature on the album, as do studio backing vocalists and session musicians. 

Tracks:

1. Brand New Me 2:36

2. Point Me In The Direction Of Albuquerque 3:50

3. Bandala 2:27

4. I Really Want To Know You 2:57

5. Only A Moment Ago 2:36

6. I Can Hear Your Heartbeat 2:07

7. I'm On The Road 2:53

8. To Be Lovers 2:47

9. Somebody Wants To Love You 2:36

10. I Think I Love You 2:54

11. Singing My Song 2:13

Notes

The Wrecking Crew, also known as the Clique and the First Call Gang, was a loose collective of American session musicians based in Los Angeles who played on many studio recordings in the 1960s and 1970s, including hundreds of top 40 hits.

Personnel:

Vocals - David Cassidy, Shirley Jones

The Wrecking Crew:

Bass - Joe Osborne, Max Bennett

Drums - Hal Blaine

Guitar - Dennis Budimir, Louie Shelton, Tommy Tedesco

Keyboards - Larry Knechtel, Mike Melvoin

Hal Blaine - drums

Backing Vocals - Ron Hicklin, John Bahler, Tom Bahler, Jackie Ward 

Thunderclap Newman - Hollywood Dream (1970/1991) Polydor Records - 833 794-2

 

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Pop Rock, Classic Rock

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Hollywood Dream is the only studio album by British rock band. Thunderclap Newman was an English psychedelic pop-rock band that scored a 1969 UK No. 1 hit with “Something In the Air.” Pete Townshend produced the single and their acclaimed 1970 album Hollywood Dream for Track Record

Tracks:

1. Something In The Air (3:56)

2. Hollywood #1 (3:22)

3. The Reason (4:07)

4. Open The Door, Homer (3:03)

5. Look Around (3:01)

6. Accidents (9:43)

7. Wild Country (4:16)

8. When I Think (3:08)

9. Old Cornmill (4:00)

10. I Don't Know (3:46)

11. Holllywood Dreams (Instrumental) (3:08)

12. Hollywood #2 (2:56)

The Singles

13. Something In The Air (Single Version) (3:57)

14. Wilhemina (2:59)

15. Accidents (Single Version) (3:48)

16. I See It All (2:48)

17. The Reason (Single Version) (3:49)

18. Stormy Petrel (2:57)

Personnel:

John "Speedy" Keen – lead vocals, drums, percussion, acoustic guitar, conga, glockenspiel, gong, maracas

Andy Newman – piano, organ, soprano saxophone, bass saxophone, oboe, tin whistle, glockenspiel, cor anglais, Bengali flutes, Japanese battle cymbal, hand bell, Indian finger cymbals, sleigh bells, Chinese temple block, vocals

Jimmy McCulloch – acoustic guitar, electric guitar, maracas, wood block, backing vocals

Pete Townshend (as Bijou Drains) – bass

Chris Morphet – harmonica (tracks 5 & 6)

Ian Green – string arrangement on "Something in the Air"

Toad - Tomorrow Blue (1972/2000) Akarma - AK 083/2

 

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Hard Rock, Heavy Rock

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Tomorrow Blue is the second album by the Swiss rock band, released in 1972. Musically, their songs take over a more blues mood on this album, although they did not totally abandon the hard rock/prog rock sound they previously had. The three band members brought in Helmut Lipsky to play violin, but did not use an outside singer, unlike their first album.

Tracks:

1. Thoughts 6:26

2. Tomorrow Blue 9:06

3. Blind Chapman's Tales (Vic Vergeat) 5:20

4. Vampires 5:40

5. No Need 3:36

6. Change In Time 12:20

7. Three O'Clock In The Morning (Vic Vergeat) 0:45

Bonuses:

8. Fly (Vergeat, Fröhlich, Andreas Baltasar Wenger) 6:45

9. I Saw Her Standing There (John Lennon, Paul McCartney) 3:25

10. Green Ham (Vic Vergeat) 3:55

Personnel:

Vittorio "Vic" Vergeat - guitars, piano, vocals

Werner Fröhlich - Fender bass, vocals

Cosimo Lampis - drums, congas

Helmut Lipsky - violin (3,6)