Jake Holmes ORIG US LP Above ground sound of EX '67 Tower ST5079 Psyche Folk
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Jake Holmes ORIG US LP Above ground sound of EX '67 Tower ST5079 Psyche Folk
Rare Original US LP released in 1967 on Tower Records. Cat: ST-5079. This is the Scranton pressing.Jake Holmes' first album will always be primarily known for the inclusion of the original version of "Dazed and Confused," the same song that, with substantial alteration to its arrangement, would become one of Led Zeppelin's major showpieces. Holmes' original is quite different and worthy in its own right: a stark, spooky folk-rock track with stinging reverbed lead guitar, Holmes' own pained vocals, and furiously strummed rhythm guitar that winds itself into an anguished climax. Unfortunately, it's by far the best song on the LP, though the tense rapid rhythm guitar and disembodied acid folk mood (by a drumless lead guitar/rhythm guitar/bass trio) are constant throughout the disc. Ted Irwin's spiky, jazz acid folk lead guitar lines are like a garage-ish version of those by frequent Tim Buckley accompanist Lee Underwood.
Tracks : Lonely/ Did you know/ She belongs to me/ Too long/ Genuine imitation life/ Dazed and confused/ Penny's/ Hard to keep my mind on you/ Wish I was anywhere else/ Signs of age.
There are a few light spindle marks on labels. Record has a few light scuff marks that cause some light crackles and is in Excellent condition. Cover has the start of a small seam split on top centre edge ad is in VG+ condition.
Wrapping method: All records are sent in stiff cardboard mailers then wrapped in brown paper and sealed around edges with brown packaging tape. Records are taken out of sleeve to avoid seam splits and ring wear.
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1678 (GS 9.8.2 (1678))
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