FAMILY'S 1970 FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM REMASTERED & NOW INCLUDING A BONUS DISC OF THE CLASSIC 'STRANGE BAND' EP. Growing out of the R&B boom of the early 60s, Family's sound evolved into a unique mix of blues, folk, jazz, psychedelia and high energy rock'n'roll built around the distinctive vocals of frontman Roger Chapman, Charlie Whitney's innovative guitar playing and Rob Townsend's thunderous drumming. Anyway was released in late 1970 as the band were riding high following the release of their top 5 album A Song For Me which was released earlier in the year. The album was split between live tracks on side one and studio recordings on the second. The live recordings capture the band's incendiary performances while the studio recordings saw the band moving into new areas which were to provide the basis for Fearless, their critically acclaimed next album. The album reached #7 in the UK charts when first released and this 2015 reissue comes as a 2CD set with inclusion on the second disc of the Strange Band EP, originally released in 1970. This set has been lovingly remastered from the original tapes by Pete J Reynolds. The booklet has been beautifully packaged with rare pictures & memorabilia and features liner notes from Family expert Pete Feenstra, the same team that created the award winning 'Once Upon A Time' Box Set.
P**E
Remastering genius
This was the first rock album I ever bought back in the day which led to them becoming my all-time favourite band. If it hadn't been for so many internal wranglings, they would surely have made the big time. This remastering brings the album to life and if, like me, this was your favourite Family album, it's definitely a must buy. The live side is a bit ropey (even by Chappo's own admission!) but the studio side contains some sublime tracks which have endured (Lives and Ladies must be up there near the top of best Family songs ever). If you're a Family fan or just dipping your toe in the Family water, buy this.
T**M
Great Album
Still a great album if you like family buy it it’s one of their best
A**L
Delivered quickly in good condition
Already knew the music was good, pleased to have it now on CV
D**E
Brilliant. brilliant band
Brilliant.brilliant band.brilliant delixe packaging
R**A
Four Stars
Memories of my youth brought so could use as had original lp
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