Sansone and McDonald with Hankee Acid Archives Private Folk Psych LP 1976
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Really solid, rare psych folk from 1976. The last track is truly a lost psych gem! Not a million miles away from newer psych revivalists like Tamp Impala. They even do a Monkees Zilch homage amongst Sound fx and other backwards tape effects...
This article from the Acid Archives sums it up best:
SANSONE & McDONALD ( )
”Country Life & My Wife” 1976 (Acredited)
Side 1 (the ”mellow side”) of this obscurity has light rural hippie folkrock with relaxed vocal harmonies, ringing guitars and a homespun 1960s flavor to moods and songwriting; more Byrdsian than CSNY:ish. May appeal to fans of 60s revivalists like Creme Soda or News, although the songwriting is on a lesser level, and the lack of variation in sound (combined with overlong songs) may piss you off. Side 2 is the ”Rocking Side” and delivers a more rootsy and clichéd sound, although the difference isn’t overwhel¬ming. Basically a CA garage band 10 years too late, trying to make up for their lack of attitude with charm. Closing track ”The King” is the only thing that stands out, with an unusual new wave edge, psychedelic echo effects, and bizarre lyrics (”someone thinks I’m gay... when I become king you’ll do as I say”). Just like Creme Soda and News we’re also treated to a collage with voices and backwards effects. If the whole album had been like the last 7 minutes it would have been memorable, instead it’s an inoffensive 70s teen folkrock private press with some quirky angles. Although given front cover credit, Linda Hankee’s contribution seems to be only backing vocals, which is a pity. Funny cover drawing shows the boys looking like Starsky & Hutch. The back cover shows a Downey CA address.
Vinyl has some very faint paper scuffs, no deep marks or scratches. No defects. Cover is still in shrink, has just a little wear on the edge that is exposed.We ship anywhere.. inquire if you need a specific shipping quote to your country. Feel free to ask write with any other questions. We ask payment be made within 48 hours of auction close. Thanks.
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