Influence — Influence 1968 (Canada, Psychedelic Rock-Experimental-Avant-garde)

Influence — Influence 1968 (Canada, Psychedelic Rock-Experimental-Avant-garde)

A band from Montreal, Quebec, formed in 1967. They released a self-titled album in 1968 and disbanded later that year. Guitarist Walter Rossi later starred in Buddy Miles Express, Luke & The Apostles, and Charlie.The Influence was one of the most fascinating bands to emerge from Canada during the ‘60s. The group’s rich diversity of styles was a result of the group members’ wide range of musical backgrounds and geographical origins.

Formed in late May, the quartet, named The Influence, immediately made its presence felt and became regulars at Montreal’s Barrel during the summer of 1967. In June, Rossi and Island returned to Montreal and, after catching the band’s set, joined the line-up. The new line-up became more musically adventurous, adopting a style that was influenced by jazz musicians Sonny Murray and Archie Shepp, and with Island adding a second lead voice. After tightening up their act, The Influence moved to Toronto and became a regular sight at Boris’ Red Gas Room throughout September-December.

Tracks:

01. Overture - I Admire - 0:00

02. I Don't Know Why - 4:32

03. County Fair - 8:43

04. Pieces Of Me - 12:47

05. Baby That's My Bag - 15:30

06. Sir Archibald - 18:20

07. We Are Here - 21:48

08. Natural Impulse - 25:30

09. Dream Woman - 28:48

10. Mad Birds Of Prey - 32:30


Personnel:

Andrew Keiler - vocals
Louis McKelvey - guitar
Walter Rossi - guitar
Jack Geisinger - bass
Bobo Island (Bob Parkin) — keyboards
Dave Wynne - drums
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Eugene Pistilli, Terry Cashman, Tommy West - producers



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