Gravy Train - A Ballad of a Peacefull Man

Gravy Train was a progressive rock group from Lancashire, England, formed by vocalist and guitarist Norman Barratt in 1969. Also featuring J.D. Hughes (keyboards, vocals, wind), Les Williams (bass, vocals) and Barry Davenport (drums), the band would record four studio albums. The first two were released on the Vertigo label, the remainder by Dawn Records.

(A Ballad of) A Peaceful Man is Gravy Train's second — and probably their most praised — album, released in late 1971. Unlike their heavier debut, this album sports some lovely string arrangements, provided by Nick Harrison.

Crosby Stills Nash & Young - Johnny’s Garden

    David Crosby                       Steven Stills                          Graham Nash                       Neil Young

                     Wembley Stadium, Wembley, Middlesex, England 14th September 1974

Johnny’s Garden, a captivating song by the renowned band Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, holds a special place in the hearts of music lovers across the globe. This enchanting composition not only mesmerizes listeners with its soothing melody but also unveils a profound meaning that resonates deeply with those who take a moment to decipher its poetic lyrics. Delving into the layers of this remarkable piece, one can truly appreciate the artistry intertwined with the heartfelt emotions it embodies.(Old  Time Music)

With a gentle melody and introspective lyrics, Johnny’s Garden takes the listeners on a poignant journey of self-discovery and the celebration of nature’s beauty. The song revolves around the idea of finding solace in a garden, symbolizing a sanctuary where one can escape the chaos of the world and reconnect with their inner self. Johnny, the protagonist of the song, represents a soul in search of an oasis where they can find peace, serenity, and personal growth.(Old Time Music)

Blind Faith - 'Sleeping in the ground"

        Steve Winwood                   Rick Crecg                      Ginger Baker              Eric Clapton                                     

 'Sleeping in the ground" (Sam Meyers)

                                        Blind Faith Live Vintage Hyde Park 1969

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King Crimson - Easy Money

                            John Wetton      Robert Fripp          David Cross         Bill Bruford
                                                             

                                Easy Money (Album Larks' Tongues in Aspic)

Larks' Tongues in Aspic is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock group King Crimson, released on 23 March 1973^[ through Island Records in the UK and Atlantic Records in the United States and Canada. This album is the debut of King Crimson's third incarnation, featuring co-founder and guitarist Robert Fripp along with four new members: bass guitarist and vocalist John Wetton, violinist and keyboardist David Cross, percussionist Jamie Muir, and drummer Bill Bruford. It is a key album in the band's evolution, drawing on Eastern European classical music and European free improvisation as central influences(Wikipedia)

                                      

                                 John Kenneth Wetton (12 June 1949 – 31 January 2017)
 
 

The Mamas & Papas - I Call Your Name (Monterey 1967)

                  Cass Elliot                John Phillips           Michelle Phillips            Dennis Doherty    

                                          I  Call Your Name (Lennon/McCartney)

 

 The Mamas & the Papas closed the festival. They also brought on Scott McKenzie to play his John Phillips–written single "San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)". Their set included their hits "Monday, Monday" and "California Dreamin'". The song "Dancing in the Street" was the final song performed at the festival, with Mama Cass telling the audience "You're on your own"

The Rolling Stones - Between the Buttons

                            

Between the Buttons is the fifth British and seventh American studio album by The Rolling Stones, released on 20 January 1967 in the UK and 11 February in the US as the follow-up to Aftermath. It was the beginning of the Stones' brief foray into psychedelia.

"Something Happened to Me Yesterday" is the closing track of The Rolling Stones' 1967 album Between the Buttons. Written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards and recorded in August and November 1966, "Something Happened to Me Yesterday" is the first officially released Rolling Stones track to feature Richards on separate lead vocal. Jagger sings the verses; Richards sings the chorus and plays the electric and acoustic guitars; Charlie Watts is on drums and Bill Wyman on bass. Brian Jones plays the brass instruments and adds the whistling and Ian Stewart plays piano.

Pretty Things - Parachute

                        Parachute is the fifth studio album by the English rock band Pretty Things, released in 1970. It is their first album without guitarist Dick Taylor.

                                        Pretty Things at the Paris Olympia 1971

              Pretty Things playing the "Rain Trilogy" from their acclaimed album "Parachute", notice Jon Povey sitting behind his piano but playing the Bass, and stand by for another rip-snorting guitar solo from Pete Tolson on the final part (Rain). This song, like all the others on Parachute was written by Wally and Phil. Pete Tolson (Lead Guitar), WallyWaller (Guitar/Vocals), Jon Povey (Bass/Vocals), Phil May (Vocals), Skip Alan (Drums)

 

 

King Crimson - "Heartbeat"

        Robert Fripp                     Adrian Belew                       Tony Levin                      Bill Brufford

                                                       The Noise -Live at Frejus -1982
 

"Heartbeat" is a song by the band King Crimson, released as a single in 1982. In the beginning of the music video there is a stream of faces blending into one another, one of the earliest examples of the dissolving/morphing technique which would later be employed in Godley & Creme's "Cry" and Michael Jackson's "Black or White".

RY COODER July 7, 1974 The Record Plant Sausalito, California, USA

    Ry Cooder-vocals/guitar,                          Milt Holland-percusion                       Russ Titleman-bass

    Jim Keltner -drums,     Gene Mumford -vocals,Bobby King-vocals,                Cliff Givens -vocals

  The live performance by Ry Cooder at the Record Plant in Sausalito CA on 7/07/1974 was a notable event in his career. Cooder is known for his eclectic style and has played a variety of genres throughout his career, including blues, country, rock, and world music. He is also recognized for his exceptional slide guitar skills and has collaborated with a wide range of musicians from various backgrounds.

Californian master guitarist sometimes called rock's ethnographer for his ability to breathe new life into obscure compositions from traditional music styles.

 1 Police Dog Blues/DJ Tom Donahue intro/ 3 If Walls Could Talk/ 4 How Can A Poor Man Stand Such Times and Live? /5 Tattler/ 6 Alimony/ 7 Teardrops Will Fall/8 I'm A Pilgrim

                                                     The Complete audio session

 

Billy & The Kids ft. Carlos Santana, Billy Strings ,Bill Kreutzman e.o.- "Scarlett Begonias"

                         Billy Strings                     Bill Kreutzman                 Carlos Santana

  Grateful Mahalo: Billy Kreutzmann’s 75th Birthday Pa’ina ft. Billy & the Kids w/ Billy Strings.
 

"Scarlet Begonias" is a song by the Grateful Dead. The lyrics were written by Robert Hunter and the music by Jerry Garcia