I guess this was Humble Pie at their peak. Released in ’72, the album contains two of the band’s classic tunes: Hot N’ Nasty and 30 Days In The Hole (a song that every band and his dog has covered over the years).
Peter Frampton had gone by this point and was replaced by Clem Clempson who easily filled Frampton’s shoes. The focal point of the band however was the diminutive figure of Steve Marriot, who was blessed with the most powerful and soulful voice. The heavy blues R’n’B groove that they played was perfect for Steve. There are plenty of clips on YouTube of Steve giving it the beans and I suggest checking them out, you will not be disappointed.
The songs that really shake my tree on this record are The Fixer, with a killer heavy blues riff and Steve’s voice is so good. Also the close out track Sweet Peace And Time. This tune feels like a jam and has that loose feel to it which I really love, plus I do get Free vibes at times.
Steve died in a fire in is home in ’91 and the world lost such a great musician.
7.5/10 from The Grooveman.
