| Details / Tracklist: |
1.1 I Wouldn't Have Thought1.2 High Low Jick Jack Johnny1.3 Fool for You1.4 Wailing Once Again1.5 Midnight Blues Train1.6 Man in the Blue Suede Shoes (Megan's Song)1.7 Twenty Four Hours1.8 Junior's Wailing |
 | | Description: | British blues-rock band STEAMHAMMER was formed at the end of 1968 by Martin Quittenton (guitar), Kieran White (vocals, harmonica, guitar), Martin Pugh (guitar), Steve Davy (bass) and Michael Rushton (drums). Their first album "Reflections" (AKA "Junior's Wailing") was released in 1969. Pete Sears played piano on this album before he joined Rod Stewart on his four early classic recordings. Pugh also played on Rod Stewart's first solo album, "The Rod Stewart Album" (AKA "An Old Raincoat Would Never Let You Down") with Ron Wood, Mickey Waller, Martin Quittenton and Keith Emerson. After "Reflections", Quittenton and Rushton both quit the band to be replaced by Mick Bradley (drums) and Steve Joliffe (sax, flute), who gave a jazzy influence to the band in their second album, "Mk. II" (1969). Shortly after this release, Joliffe left the band, which continued as a 4 piece in their third album "Mountains" (1970), which was a returning to the blues-rock of the first album. After a major turnover, Pugh and Bradley invited Louis Cennamo (bass) and, along with special guest Garth Watt-Roy (vocals), recorded "Speech" in 1971. This last album was released posthumously, after Bradley's death in 1972.Now, exactly 50 years after the release of "Speech" and 53 years after Pugh and Sears collaborated on the band's first LP, Steamhammer will release a new album, "Wailing Again". Featuring beside 1968 founder member Martin Pugh (guitars) and Pete Sears (bass, keys & background vocals), member of Jefferson Starship from 1974 to 1987, Manfred Mann's Earth Band - drummer John Lingwood, who joined Steamhammer in 1972, and Phil Colombatto (vocals & harmonica)."Wailing Again" is a carefully curated CD release that revisits the legacy of the British band Steamhammer, a name closely associated with the late-60s and early-70s fusion of blues, rock, and progressive sounds. This edition offers a powerful snapshot of the group's characteristic blend: earthy blues riffs, extended instrumental passages, and a subtle psychedelic edge that will appeal to collectors and new listeners alike. The CD format provides clear, dynamic sound and is ideal for audiophiles who want to experience the band's material in a focused, album-style listening session rather than in fragmented playlists.
Steamhammer became known in the rock underground for their tight interplay and adventurous songwriting, moving beyond straight blues into more progressive, often jazz-tinged landscapes. Their work found a loyal following across Europe and has long been regarded as a treasure by connoisseurs of early British progressive and blues rock. While they never reached mainstream chart superstardom, their albums are frequently cited by fans as cult classics, and they have retained a strong reputation among collectors, musicians, and historians of the era, especially for their organic, virtuoso performances and rich guitar work.
The CD "Wailing Again" fits into this tradition as a release that shines a spotlight on the band's expressive range - from driving, riff-oriented tracks to more atmospheric pieces with room for improvisation. The sequence invites listeners into an immersive trip through the sonic world Steamhammer helped define, making this CD a compelling addition for anyone interested in classic rock's more exploratory side.
The manufacturer Mig / Indigo is recognized for high-quality reissues, archive editions, and carefully produced catalog titles, particularly in rock and related genres. Their releases typically focus on sound quality, respectful artwork reproduction, and detailed presentation, catering to discerning fans and collectors. With "Wailing Again", Mig / Indigo once again underlines its commitment to bringing historically important, musically substantial recordings back into circulation in a form that does justice to the original material. | | | No. of tracks: |
8 |
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05230082 |
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