Recorded: live on March 16, 2003 at the Beta Lounge in San Francisco
In 1967, San Francisco’s Fifty Foot Hose were certainly one of the
innovators of a sound that took Psychedelia to new heights and was
captured on the band’s one record, Cauldron. They are a totally
unique hybrid—on one hand pulsating bay area acid rock, on the other,
fractured electronic freakery, becoming one whole cohesive being. The
sci-fi-ish video game-like artwork hinted at the sounds within, as did
the Limelight label’s pedigree for truly progressive sounds. Band
leader, Cork Marcheschi, used homemade electronic devices to create
crude and experimental soundscapes and instrumental compositions that
were sprinkled throughout the album.
Often starting shows with a swelling rumble that exploded into the
first song, they soon developed a rabid following on the SF scene,
though there was the occasional totally wrong gig, like when a
very-pregnant Nancy had to perform at a Catholic Girls’ school! Still,
the group wowed the crowds, performing with greats like Chuck Berry and
Fairport Convention.
Iain Cuthbertson RIP. The Guardian obituary brought a tear to my eye... Thought of yer good self. it's been a while. Hope all is well in the city of Glasgow. D
Wed 23rd Sept at the CCA, Glasgow. Doors 8PM. £5. (tickets available from Monorail)
"Es (Fonal's head honcho) arrives from Finland's verdant psych pack, New York's all-systems/all-outcompassing Peeesseye splurge forth Chris Forsyth, and Ignatz (Kraak) appears to play his amazingly intense songs after seemingly undergoing some aural time travelling via an internship with some delta-blues players and the New Zealand no-fi scene."
hi john, a quick catch up. saw the trembling bells at the barbican string band event. excellent night and the guys impressed the oldies around us. saw marianne faithfull the following night at the festival hall and whilst it was an event the rock sound didn't work and she attempted sing along 'as tears go by' not good.
loving the releases on midwich records; owl service etc. also the monks 'black monk time' is a revelation. listening repeatedly to robert quines velvets recordings in the car. jazz sensibility and reeds appreciation of ornette comes through. the musical education never stops.
finally check dolly dolly in my top friends they have delia t-shirts and a very funky william burroughs one.
hi, ive just received your phospene 7", with bridget dt john. great love itThe first Sproatly Smith album (RW 76) was released yesterday. The Yew And The Hare can be purchased for £5.00 from REVERBWORSHIP.COM Limited edition of only 50 I hope you enjoy xx
hello john ,hope you are well , we will be sending our welshcake releases to you , hopefully our first offering shall be with you in june, fingers crossed.
Thanks for the add John! And be sure to take a look at my Dr Who Remix video 'Dematerialization' on my profile page in tribute to beloved Delia Derbyshire. KINDLE
hi john, a double delight indeed. i have been exploring the aacm recently and saw matana roberts in leeds which was a treat. theme de yoyo is the soundtrack of the moment. i believe i heard it first on your much missed radio show. peace jeremy
John's Comments
Nov 16 2009 11:31 AM
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Nov 12 2009 6:54 PM
http://anthologyrecordings.com/release.asp?album=FOgIMVzZlkK
Recorded: live on March 16, 2003 at the Beta Lounge in San Francisco
In 1967, San Francisco’s Fifty Foot Hose were certainly one of the innovators of a sound that took Psychedelia to new heights and was captured on the band’s one record, Cauldron. They are a totally unique hybrid—on one hand pulsating bay area acid rock, on the other, fractured electronic freakery, becoming one whole cohesive being. The sci-fi-ish video game-like artwork hinted at the sounds within, as did the Limelight label’s pedigree for truly progressive sounds. Band leader, Cork Marcheschi, used homemade electronic devices to create crude and experimental soundscapes and instrumental compositions that were sprinkled throughout the album.
Often starting shows with a swelling rumble that exploded into the first song, they soon developed a rabid following on the SF scene, though there was the occasional totally wrong gig, like when a very-pregnant Nancy had to perform at a Catholic Girls’ school! Still, the group wowed the crowds, performing with greats like Chuck Berry and Fairport Convention.
Sep 14 2009 5:49 PM
Sep 12 2009 5:12 PM
Psykick Dancehall & Beyond Good and Evil presents:
ES
IGNATZ
CHRIS FORSYTH & FRITZ WELCH
LUCY DUNCOMBE & KENNY WILSON
Wed 23rd Sept at the CCA, Glasgow.
Doors 8PM. £5. (tickets available from Monorail)
"Es (Fonal's head honcho) arrives from Finland's verdant psych pack, New York's all-systems/all-outcompassing Peeesseye splurge forth Chris Forsyth, and Ignatz (Kraak) appears to play his amazingly intense songs after seemingly undergoing some aural time travelling via an internship with some delta-blues players and the New Zealand no-fi scene."
Sep 2 2009 8:34 PM
Aug 11 2009 1:57 AM
SAW U ON SYD BARRET THINGY GOOD< IM BETTER THOUGH
Aug 10 2009 7:30 PM
You can easily buy the album on my website.
Warmly,
ek
Jul 24 2009 10:27 AM
Jul 17 2009 12:32 PM
Cheers,
The Tara Experiment
Jul 13 2009 2:07 AM
like your attitude.i think i know more though.
Jun 13 2009 4:56 PM
The Yew And The Hare can be purchased for £5.00 from REVERBWORSHIP.COM
Limited edition of only 50
I hope you enjoy
xx
Jun 12 2009 7:43 PM
Lucky Number Nine Records
West End Festival Showcase
WAKE THE PRESIDENT
RAGS & FEATHERS
PETER PARKER
Friday 26th June @ Captains Rest
Doors 8.30pm. Entry £5.
Thanks x
May 8 2009 12:43 PM
May 8 2009 10:39 AM
May 1 2009 7:48 AM
peace jeremy
Apr 27 2009 11:23 PM
Apr 20 2009 3:01 PM
Apr 17 2009 9:08 AM
have a nice day ! xx
Apr 16 2009 6:03 PM
Apr 15 2009 9:04 AM
Have a wonderful day,
The Man Who Loves You.
Apr 10 2009 9:28 AM
peace jeremy
Apr 10 2009 9:04 AM
peace jeremy
Apr 6 2009 9:54 PM
Click Here For New Album on iTunes
Apr 1 2009 12:25 AM