Who are these guys I hear you cry? They recorded two albums for Island, this one coming out in ’76. Two notable band members are Santana drummer Michael Shrieve, and Pat Travers (former sidekick guitarist Pat Thrall). If I was pushed for a pigeon hole to put these guys in I would say a bit of pomp-rock mixed with a healthy dose of fusion, and some RnB thrown in for good measure.
Nearly all the songs on Side 1 are written and sung by keys man, Bayette, with that RnB vibe going down. Some nice playing from all involved. Close out track is Geni-Geni, with its cool funk groove is the best on this side. The songs on Side 2 are nearly all band compositions. Second track in, There’s Away, has some great playing especially from Pat Thrall.
They probably would have made a great jam band as it’s quite loose in places. and I can see why there were only two albums. To be honest the vocals aren’t the best, and the average melodies let the songs down in places.
5/10 from The Grooveman.
