Ambergris was an American brass-rock/soul band formed by ex-Blood, Sweat & Tears multi-instrumentalist Jerry Weiss. In 1970, they released a self-titled album on Paramount Records. Members: Jerry Weiss (bass, keyboards), Larry Harlow (keyboards), Charlie Camillari (trumpet), Harry Max (trumpet, bass), Jimmy Maelen (vocals), Billy Shay (guitar, harmonica), Lewis Kahn (trombone), Glenn Jon Miller (trombone), Gil […]
Talking Heads: 77 is the debut album by the Talking Heads, released on September 16, 1977, on Sire. 77 is a pivotal artifact of the burgeoning New Wave and post-punk movements, showcasing the band’s minimalist yet quirky art-rock sound and David Byrne’s distinctive, often anxious, lyrical perspective. The album introduced their unique blend of intellectual […]
Take Me to Baltimore is the third longplayer by English-born/U.S.-based belter Ruth Copeland, issued by RCA in 1976. The singer teamed for these sessions with label-mate Daryl Hall, who co-wrote two of the album’s tracks. The sax/woodwind talents of Robin Kenyatta and the Brecker Brothers are also featured throughout the album. A1. “Win or Lose” […]
Peter Gabriel — alternately referred to as the “rainy windshield” album — is the first of four self-titled solo albums by English musician/vocalist Peter Gabriel, released in 1977 on Charisma and Atco. Tracklist: A1. “Moribund the Burgermeister” (4:19) A2. “Solsbury Hill” (4:20) A3. “Modern Love” (3:37) A4. “Excuse Me” (3:20) A5. “Humdrum” (3:23) B1. “Slowburn” […]
