Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Andy Robinson - Break Out Of The City (1970 us, wonderful folk psych rock, 2018 korean remaster)



The second album by Philadelphia-born singer-songwriter Andy Robinson.   Released in  1970/Janus Records with the support of Janis Ian.  

In addition to the original,  it also includes covers of "I'll Be There" Hall & Oates and "For Free" Joni Mitchell.  The two members of Hall & Oates were backed up by members of the folk rock band  Gulliver, of which Hall was a member. 

The highlight is the world of innocent songs  that reflect the gentle atmosphere of Woodstock,  where they were living at the time.
Tracks
1. Forever - 3:21
2. Break Out Of The City - 2:44
3. Where Do We Belong / Need Somebody On Your Bond (Andy Robinson / Traditional) - 4:15
4. The Right Way - 2:47
5. I'll Be Bye (John Oates) - 2:47
6. Party Ball - 3:35
7. Uptight Saturday Nite - 2:52
8. Sally She Weep - 1:56
9. Every Mother Father Brother Sister - 3:35
10.For Free (Joni Mitchell) - 3:25
Music and Lyrics by Andy Robinson except where noted

Musicians
*Andy Robinson - 12 And 6 String Acoustic Rhythm Guitars, Vocals 
*Tom Sellers - Bass, Piano, Organ, Franco
*Tim Moore - Lead Electric Guitar, 6 String Acoustic 
*Jim Helmer - Drums, Percussion
*Gerall Heiser - Cello 
*John Oates - Mouth Harp 
*Robert Cupit - Conga
*Daryll Hall - Backing Vocal