UK Staffordshire rock band formed 1967. Have since gone through a name change - by dropping "Chicago" 1972 - and a large number of settings and label changes, but still active and still going strong. This was their third album, recorded at George Martins A.I.R. studios and produced by Chris Thomas (who helped producing Beatles "White Album" and also have worked with Pink Floyd, Procul Harum, Roxy Music and Sex Pistols...to name a few). Two of the cuts - "Seventh Son" and "Louisiana Blues" - are covers, eight self-penned and one - "Cut You Loose" - without any writers credit, but probably by the band. This is a record for all us who at times enjoy getting floored by some really heavy blues rock. Playing it loud is like being run over by a steamroller - mostly big bass, pumping drums and howling guitars. There are calmer moments, but still no mercy. You don't get a whole lot of catchy melodies or delicate tone sequences here, just standard blues...dark and demanding. If that is your thing and you by chance haven't got it yet it's highly recommended. Full album below. Issued and reissued on vinyl and/or CD all over the world through the years. First US 1971 on Sire (SI 4901) had totally different sleeve design. EU 2013 CD on Esoteric Recordings (ECLEC 2375) came with four bonus tracks. Premiere UK had label as shown here, without the "EMI" logo, in a fully laminated cover. (HÄVL*)
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