Category Archives: I–L
LEAF RIVER
Son Shine (Arrow 2002) 1971 Obscure California band’s first-rate venture into early Jesus Music country-rock sound, soon to be popularized by groups like The Way and Love Song. Good natural outdoor feel, usually with just acoustic/electric guitars, bass … Continue reading
LINDY HEARNE
Lindy Hearne (no label 9275) 1975 It certainly can’t hurt to have Eddie DeGarmo and Dana Key helping you out on your custom record. And help they do on this obscure debut from singer/songwriter Lindy Hearne. The cover … Continue reading
Filed under (USA), 1975, 9275, Lindy Hearne, LINDY HEARNE, no label
JUSTYN REES
How Can I Tell Them (Prophet PS-117) 1969? The former lead singer of England’s The Peacemakers recorded this excellent solo album shortly after becoming a pilot in North America. Though some of his old band’s beat influences can … Continue reading
Filed under (USA), about 1969, How Can I Tell Them, JUSTYN REES, PEACEMAKERS, Prophet, PS-117
LAST ADAM, THE
The Last Adam (TLA 7770) 1980 Lots of variety on this excellent custom Florida obscurity. For starters hardrock buffs will definitely salivate over driving cuts like ‘Receive It’, ‘Trips’, and ‘Remember That Name’, all of which register high … Continue reading
KNIGHT’S OF THE LORD’S TABLE
Knight’s of the Lord’s Table (Holy Kiss HK 02) 1976 Definitely the coolest lp on Randy Matthews’ custom label. The Knights are Kevin Johnson and Joseph Ravitts, and roughly half their lp picks up on medieval themes, using … Continue reading
Filed under (USA), 1976, HK 02, Holy Kiss, Knight's of the Lord's Table, KNIGHT'S OF THE LORD'S TABLE
LIGHTSHINE
He’s the Light (Custom no #) 1975? Combo of contemporary and traditional songs with various soloists including some sunshine pop sound and a cover of ‘I wish we’d all been ready’. Review by OK. Tracks: 01. … Continue reading
Filed under (USA), about 1975, Custom, He’s the Light, LIGHTSHINE, no #
LA TIERRA PROMETIDA
Rumbo Al Hogar ( ) 1972 Mexico * This is an earlier album by the group. There are some great moments on this album as well. I would be surprised if this album did not make it into … Continue reading
Filed under (Mexico), 1972, LA TIERRA PROMETIDA, no #, no label, Rumbo Al Hogar
LA TIERRA PROMETIDA
Amor Es (PA-DRA-033) 1977? The fuzz, wah-wah and cheese organ are all in placer on this equally inspired earlier album. Same fun dated beat/go-go rhythms alternating with slower ballad tracks. Check out those beat-worthy grooves on ‘Battle Hymn Of … Continue reading
Filed under (Mexico), about 1977, Amor Es, LA TIERRA PROMETIDA, PA, PA-DRA-033
LA TIERRA PROMETIDA
El Volvera (no label LTP-101) 1976 Mexico * Looks like a few music lps worked their way down over the Rio Grande where they came into the possession of this delightful male/female Mexican quintet. La Tierra Prometida (i.e., … Continue reading
Filed under (Mexico), 1976, El Volvera, LA TIERRA PROMETIDA, LTP-101, no label
JIM STRATHDEE
House At The End Of The Road (New Wine NW303) 1972 Talented folksinger, songwriter, and guitar/piano player mildly reminiscent of Gordon Lightfoot. Home At The End Of The Road is his best album, featuring lots of nice jangly … Continue reading
Filed under (USA), 1972, House At The End Of The Road, JIM STRATHDEE, New Wine, NW303
