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Chirco - Visitation (1972)

Track listing:
  1. Sound Of The Cross 2:15
  2. 33 Years 3:51
  3. Cause I Love You 3:45
  4. Golden Image 6:56
  5. Dear Friends 7:46
  6. Mister Sunshine 5:05
  7. Minutes 2:51
  8. Child Of Peace 4:49

Notes

This 1972 rock opera LP was first released in Denver, Colorado but recorded in New York City and Connecticutt. It is full of fuzz guitar, fine vocals, and outstanding vibes. Previously known as Sassafrass, this progressive rock outfit came from Westchester County, NY, although they also spent some time recording in New England. There's a lot of fuzz and vibes on their fine album, which Barry Tashian of The Remains helped the band record. Every track's a winner in what is for the most part a stunning blend of guitar and keyboards. The finest moment is probably the final track Child of Peace and there's also a cover of Barry Tashian's Mister Sunshine.

The album was originally issued on a local Colorado label, although the band were apparently never based there - a very curious marketing strategy!