For a long time I adopted the common knowledge this was recorded by an incognito studio outfit, but after checking a post by "RDTEN1" on the RYM site I'm feeling truly enlightened. Apparently it was made by a UK prog rock band initially formed by Bournemouth guitarist Peter Ballam and drummer Rob Haines. For a while former Shadows bassist Jet Harris was a member but got sacked due to unseemly behavior and replaced by singer/bassist Jon Bavin. After recruiting former Renaissance Fair keybordist Tony Brondson they adopted the name Bram Stoker and got out on tour, playing clubs, universities and festivals, thereby developing a loyal following. After supporting The Who at one gig Roger Daltrey invited them to record a demo at his home. They also got attetion from Rolling Stones manager Tony Calder. How all this hype only resulted in one LP on Windmill, a label specializing in easy listening and collections and sold exclusively in Woolworth stores, I don't know. But the album is well worth exploring, especially for us who love getting drenched in tons of good organ, but also appreciate psych guitars and occational rhythmic gaming. If You dig Nice or early Deep Purple You'll feel at home here. I'm not that fond of Jon Bavin's vocals, but larger part is instrumental anyway so no big deal. Audio very good all through. Favorite track - "Born To Be Free" with its blend of killer organ and adventurous psych guitar. Adding the whole album below so You can hear for Yourself. The 1972 issue was UK only. Later reissued on vinyl in Gemany (same label and number), Italy (Black Widow BWR 042) and UK (Talking Elephant TELP 302). Japan 2014 2xCD on Belle Antique (BELLE 142211-2) came with four bonus tracks. Premiere UK had structured label as shown here on thick unflexible vinyl in a laminated cover.
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