A Step Further
Savoy Brown · 1969
40 min · 6 tracks · psychedelic rock
Psychedelic blues rock infused with a raw energy and improvisational spirit, capturing the essence of late '60s musical experimentation.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its ambitious track 'Savoy Brown Boogie,' which showcases lengthy improvisation and medley work that influenced later jam bands. Its exploration of psychedelia also aligned with the cultural shifts of the time, contributing to the genre's evolution during a pivotal moment in music history.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in January 1969, 'A Step Further' marked Savoy Brown's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Raw Sienna.' At this point, the band had solidified their lineup and was establishing themselves as notable players in the UK blues rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jefferson Airplane· The Mothers of Invention· Paul Kantner
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Made Up My Mind Standout 2:56
- 2 Waiting in the Bamboo Grove Standout 3:37
- 3 Life’s One Act Play 6:29
- 4 I’m Tired 3:21
- 5 Where Am I 1:51
- 6 Savoy Brown Boogie: I Feel So Good / Whole Lotta Shakin Goin’ On / Little Queenie / Purple Haze / Hernando’s Hideaway Standout 22:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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