wakefield The Lost Warthog Tapes [Limited] [Paper Jacket] Japan Music CD

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Content Introduction An acid-tinged blow that shakes the mountains of Colorado! A legendary American psychedelic hard rock masterpiece from the turbulent early 1970s, Wakefield's "The Lost Warthog Tapes" is now available on CD! Formed in Pueblo, Colorado in 1969, Wakefield was a jam-oriented hard rock band typical of the late hippie movement. They gained support in the local scene, opening for early Fleetwood Mac (with Peter Green) and backing Chuck Berry. After touring cities in Colorado such as Denver and Boulder, and Seattle, Washington, they recorded sessions at the low-budget Warthog Studios in Denver in 1970-71. These recordings remained unheard for many years, but were unearthed in 2002 by the Colorado reissue label Gear Fab Records. Starting with a psychedelic rock sound driven by hard riffs and edgy lead guitar, "The Lost Warthog Tapes" unleashes itself into uncharted territory. From the opening track "Bring It On" (M1), the sound features a horn section and congas, which clash with the sharp guitar, and then trumpet, French horn, and flute are added, evoking the remnants of 1960s psychedelia while moving into the chaos of a new era. The lengthy tracks, exceeding eight minutes, further enrich their expression. "Water" (M7), which flows like water from a flute intro, "Snowchild" (M8), where the trumpet leads the song, and "Old Man" (M5), which condenses life itself into 11 minutes, are just some of the varied numbers, and given the deep lyrics depicting loneliness and philanthropy, it's understandable why some listeners interpret this as a concept album. However, their versatility lies not only in their seriousness but also in their ability to incorporate humor. "Let's Get Loaded" (M12) is an overt drug song, but it doesn't feel like the shady side of counterculture; instead, they sing "Let's get high!" over trumpet, handclaps, and a country-style guitar solo. "Rollin' Down the Highway" (M14) also has a light, bluesy feel. This blend of light and dark styles contributes to their overall coherence. The band disbanded in 1974, and guitarist Bobby Barth became known on the main stage, joining Blackfoot, but Wakefield's name was fading from the history of rock. But now, the time has come for the hands of that stopped clock to start ticking again. Media reviews and more: An acid-tinged blow that shakes the mountains of Colorado! Wakefield's "The Lost Water Tapes," a legendary American psychedelic hard rock masterpiece from the turbulent early 1970s, is now reissued on CD!! (C)RS