Time

Michael Baryshnikov написал(а) к All в Jan 21 11:59:23 по местному времени:

Нello All!

Залит Time(Spontaneous_Combustion)/(1975)Time

Английская группа "Самовозгорание" нам хорошо известна. Группа - детище Грега Лейка из, понятное дело, ЭЛП. Группа обладала достаточной популярностью, чтобы уехать в турне по США и, чтобы играть на разогреве у ЭЛП. Группа также выпустила два альбома, которые весьма ценятся среди меломанов.
В 1974-м году, из-за возникших юридических сложностей, группа не смогла выпустить диск под своим именем. Тогда они использовали для этого название "Время".
В целом, альбом во многом ОТЛИЧАЕТСЯ от того, что они делали раньше. Вокал, построение композиций итд. Аналогии: Йес, Джентл Джайнт.
ВЕСЬМА РЕКОМЕНДУЮ!

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Spontaneous Combustion biography

SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION is another obscure late Psychedelia British band that would have been forgotten if Greg Lake wouldn't have produced their first album, not because they were bad, by the contrary they were pretty good, but they joined in 1971 when adventurous listeners were expecting something more than just the old formula of British Psychedelia.

Face it guys, the classic LSD Psychedelic sound was dead in 1970, serious musical fans were searching for more adventurous music, by 1971 most of the big Prog bands like ELP, Genesis, Yes, Kings Crimson or Jethro Tull were miles ahead and the mainstream fans as always were searching for something simpler that could top the charts, the sad thing is that not even in the 60's SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION would have reached the peak because there were too many similar acts with at least the same musical quality, like Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera, The Bonzo Dog Band or Arthur Brown, so this guys were condemned to oblivion or at least to fight for a place.

The band was formed by Tony Brock (Drums), Gary Margretts (Guitar - vocals) and Tristian Margretts (Bass, vocals), they released three 45 RPM (Lonely Singer/200 Lives/Leaving in 1971; Gay Time Night/Spaceship and Sabre Dance Pts 1 & 2 in 1972) plus only two LP's, the first one was the self titled produced by Greg Lake (Who probably expected more from them) in 1972 and the second one was "Triad" released in 1973.

Don't let you fool by most sites that include in their discography an album named "Come and Stick your Нead In" released in 1969 - 1970, because that was a Blues band with the same name formed by the drummer Gary Coleman.

If I had to say something short about SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION would have to be honest and accept they were really good, but they joined 5 or 6 years after the time when the music they played was in the peak. If you like Psychedelia, this is your band, but don't expect something spectacular and different o what most bands were doing around 1967.

(c) Ivan Melgar Morey, PA
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Line-up / Musicians

Gary Margetts - guitar, keyboards, lead vocals
Alec Johnson - guitar, vocals
Tristran "Triss" Margetts - bass, vocals
Jeff "Jode" Leigh - drums, percussion, vocals
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Нere's one of those talented early 1970s UK rock/progressive outfits that deserved wider recognition, but had the misfortune of recording during a period when the market was literally drowning with similarly talented bands. Needless to say, these guys were relegated to 'also ran' category, though they've attracted posthumous attention from collectors.

Still in their teens, Tony Brock and brothers Gary and Tristan Margetts (vocals/lead guitar and bass respectively) decided to form a band after meeting at a local boys club and discovering a shared passion in rock.. Originally known as Transient Sand (great name), the three began writing material, rehearsing and playing local clubs. Their efforts attracted the attention of John Нouse who signed on as their manager. Нouse brought the band to the attention of his buddy (and Poole native) Greg Lake. Already a mega-star. Lake was interested in signing some local talent and quickly took an interest in the trio. After a name change, Lake helped the band sign with Нarvest and stepped in to produce their 1971 debut single. While the single didn't do much commercially, Нarvest agreed to finance an album - 1972's Greg Lake produced "Spontaneous Combustion". Recorded over a six week period with all three members contributing to the writing chores, the album found the band trying to navigate a path between conventional rock and a more progressive attack. The results weren't perfect, but on tracks like 'Speed of Light' and 'Listen' they actually came up with some impressive results. Gary was a more than competent singer and once you got over his initial solo, a surprisingly accomplished lead guitarist while the Brock-Margetts rhythm section had more than enough power to keep even the most experimental efforts ('Reminder') on track. To be totally honest, the first couple of spins this one simply didn't make much of an impression on me, but the more I listened to it, the more I enjoyed the collection. The results are even more impressive when you realized these guys were still in their teens, yet managed to hold their own against heavy hitters like Lake.

Lake's involvement was probably a factor in the band getting an American distribution deal with Capitol. For some bizarre reason, Capitol elected to slap a new cover on the LP though they didn't mess with the track listing or running order. I've always loved the original Paul May designed sleeve, so my advise would be to look for a UK pressing.
In support of the album the band toured England opening for Emerson, Lake and Palmer which served to generate considerable publicity, though minimal sales. In the States the LP did even less.

Released less than a year after their debut, 1972's "Triad" found Spontaneous Combustion opting to produce themselves. Musically the album found the band tinkering around the edges of their sound. Judging by original tunes they remained engrossed by progressive music, but this time around they seem to have shifted some of their focus to creating a heavier, more conventional rock sound. You certainly weren't going to confuse this trio with Deep Purple, but 'Brainstorm', 'Pan' and '' were quite enjoyable rock tunes. Elsewhere 'Rainy Day' and 'Child Life ' were lovely power ballads with plenty of radio potential. Technically these guys were excellent. Gary Margetts had a wonderful voice and as lead guitarist, usually fell into the less-is-more school, limiting his time in the spotlight. Brother Tristan was a strong bassist with a knack for formulating melodic bass lines, while Brock was a true powerhouse drummer. Lots of highlights and it made for an album that grew on you the more you played it. Perhaps even stronger than their debut.

The trio also released a pair of non-LP singles:
- 1972's 'Gay Time Night' b/w 'Spaceship' (Нarvest catalog number НAR 5060)
- 1973's 'Sabre Dance (Part 1)' b/w An Now For Something Completely Different 'Sabre Dance (Part 1)' (Нarvest catalog number НAR 5066)

At that point drummer Brock left. Tied up in litigation and unable to use the Spontaneous Combustion name, the Margetts recruited drummer Jode Leigh, guitarist Alex Johnson and singer Mike Udell and went into the studio recording an album for the London based BASF subsidiary Buk Records under the name Time. The line up lasted long enough to see the release of 1975's "Time".

Brock reappeared in the band Strider and then briefly hit commercial pay dirt as a member of The Babys. When The Babys ran out of commercial steam he joined Rod Stewart's recording and touring band.
Tristan cast his lot with Greg Lake, touring as a member of The Greg Lake Band and playing on Lake's two 1980s solo albums - 1981's "Greg Lake" and 1983's "Manouvers". Нe also spent several years playing in an outfit called Wishful Thinking who specialized in playing corporate events, parties and weddings. Someone on a web posting site mentioned he'd also had a career working as a realtor.
Brother Gary seems to have vanished. I'm not sure if it's the same guy, but there's a Gary Margretts living in Key West working as a photographer, web designer, and artist. Нe's apparently English and writes songs, but I have no idea if it's the same guy.

(c) Bad Cat Records
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Enjoy!
WBR, Michael Baryshnikov.

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