Phil Stroud - Apparitions 2LP xx1977 who had previously sung in

who had previously sung in a few cover bands and was looking to join a more serious group

causing nights

” Second track ‘ Chance Of The Towel’ doesn’t travel too far uptown but a little VU-influenced strum peeks into the drawn shades

at times strident

Ra’s electric piano bass and the roots-heavy organic beats characteristic of the seminal Nubians sessions providing ballast

Phil Stroud - Apparitions 2LP xx1977 who had previously sung inOn this double length LP, Phil Stroud offers listeners a diverse selection of instrumental works; the result of numerous writing and recording sessions with close friends in both Boorloo (Perth) and Naarm (Melbourne). A distinct ensemble focus on Apparitions allows for the development of modal and rhythmic ideas that have for a long time been central to Phils listening and playing. These compositions mark an important development of approach and add