Quicksilver Messenger Service

Shady Grove

The third long-player from San Francisco psychedelic icons Quicksilver Messenger Service (QMS) is a direct contrast from their previous discs. Shady Grove (1969) is comprised mostly of shorter and self-contained pieces as opposed to the long and extended jams that were so prevalent on their self-titled debut (1967) and Happy Trails (1969). Ironically, the one stretched-out instrumental is courtesy of their latest acquisition -- Brit recording session guru Nicky Hopkins (keyboards). Another possible reason for the shift in style as well as personnel is the conspicuous absence of Gary Duncan (guitar) -- who is rumored to have been a "guest" of Bay Area law enforcement at the time. The band incorporate a number of different styles on the album. Kicking off the disc is an up-tempo rocking version of the traditional Appalachian folk song "Shady Grove." The QMS reading is highlighted by John Cipollina's trademark fluid fretwork and a familiar "Bo Diddley" backbeat -- reminiscent of both "Who Do You Love" and "Mona" from the live ensemble LP Happy Trails. (all music)

Price
€ 29.75
Genre
Format
LP - 1 disk
Release date
28-07-2023
Label
Item-nr
564556
EAN
5060672888783
Availability
In stock
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TRACKS

Disk 1

1. SHADY GROVE 2:57
2. FLUTE SONG 5:21
3. 3 OR 4 FEET FROM HOME 2:46
4. TOO FAR 4:24
5. HOLY MOLY 4:53
6. JOSEPH'S COAT 4:34
7. FLASHING LONESOME 5:24
8. WORDS CAN'T SAY 3:20
9. EDWARD (THE MAD SHIRT GRINDER) 9:17