Okay, this song just popped into my head unbidden yesterday.
From Brinsley Schwarz's 1970 sophomore album Despite It All, it's Nick Lowe's brilliantly soulful showcase "The Slow One."
People forget that before they transitioned into the ironic/vaguely roots-ish good time pub-rock band they are mostly remembered as, the Brinsley's were actually something verging on LA prog-rock; kind of a cross between CSNY and Yes. I actually loved their first two albums in that vein when they originally came out, although I'm definitely more of a fan of their later work.
In any case, has anybody noticed that the drop-dead gorgeous bridge to "The Slow One" is about as Procol Harum-y as you can get?
Asking for a friend.😎
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Those first two "country-rock" records were issued as a double album reissue which I picked up used way long ago. Great band, all their records are well worth hearing.
Some how this album remained not noticed by me in the early 70s -
Country rock ...I was into Eagles, Burritos.
I was just surprised to learn that Nick Lowe wrote - (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding
rob
I'm hearing a Van the Man early-70s vibe.
C in California
Brinsley Schwarz was a great band. But the first two albums are a different trip. At their best, they hint at greatness. But those hints are surrounded by mostly mediocre songs. They sound like a band in search of direction without the needed punch.
The Slow One is one of the better tracks on the improved second album. Agree on similarities with Procol sound and Van the Man chording. But it's lacking the deep soul of the influences. Still, it's quite enjoyable.
Tell Nancy to say "Hi" to Sluggo next time you have record time.
VR
VR -- will do. .😎
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