Hard Stuff-Bolex Dementia (1973)

Two years after releasing their debut album, Hard Stuff, the band formed by several former members of Atomic Rooster embarked on a new recording, embracing the riskier sounds of experimentation with funk and avant-garde influences. Featuring the same lineup as their previous album, this one included guitarist John Cann, drummer Paul Hammond, bassist and guitarist John Gustafson, and vocalist Henry Shaw. However, due to the drastic shift from the hard rock style of their earlier work, it faced some resistance from their more traditional fans. The album itself is a diverse amalgamation of sounds, ranging from catchy tunes like "Ragman" to energetic rock and roll tracks such as "Roll a Rocket", "Spider's Web", "Sick N' Tired", and "Dazzle Dizzy", and even including outlandish experimental pieces like "Bolex Dementia". Undoubtedly a very good album that deserved far more attention than it received upon its release.