Hi Pete, Pete French here, I enjoyed listening to your review on Atomic Rooster, My personal favourite Albums are the "Death Walks Behind You" Album and obviously "The In Hearing Of " Album, I missed John Canns guitar on "In Hearing Of", Vincent took a lot of Johns guitar tracks off the Album in the final mix which led to the unfortunate argument and break up between them, and sadly a lot of good lead guitar tracks were lost, but Atomic Rooster are back on the road with myself on vocals, Steve Bolton on guitar, a exceptional keyboard player called Adrian Gautrey , with Shug on Bass, and Paul Everett on drums, and I am also still working with my band Leaf Hound, I like your show, all the best,
Good evening Mr French, it's a pleasure to see you here tonight! Keep on rocking, you are a true legend I wish more folks knew about. Have a good one, sir!
@@rockingman2543 Hi sv troshin, My band Leaf Hound are at present working on some new compositions, and sometime in the not too distant future I am sure Leaf Hound will be getting a new album sorted out, and thank you for asking.
Pete, Paul Hammond was a very good friend of my dad and my family. He was a really nice guy and a fab drummer. I spent lots of time with him in his later years and was with him two days before he passed. Thank you for this man! Paul really pushed me as a young drummer back then. I miss him very much!
Known about this band forever, yet I’ve never listened to one song by them... that why this channel is super cool because it gets me to check out stuff that I’ve never looked into before ! Way to get me to spend more money I don’t have Pete 😂 lol !!
May be worth checking out my post and the links before spending any money. As young teenagers (always short of money) in the early 1970s, BBC Radio1 was where many of us discovered new bands. Atomic Rooster, Groundhogs, Family, Curved Air, Argent and Stray all performed live 1971-72. Few of them went on to become global success stories but much of their music still remains strong and relevant. From that group - Stray are still touring after 50 years+. Sadly, Atomic Rooster fared less well. Often overlooked and blighted by tragedy - RIP Vincent Crane (organ), Paul Hammond (drums), John Cann (guitar) - I have fond memories of this band and of making my first mono recordings of their ‘In Concert’ shows to cassette tape from the radio. Talented musicians, particularly Paul Hammond who contributed so significantly to their unique sound. The first three albums are certainly well worth exploring. ‘In Hearing Of’ (with its early Roger Dean artwork) is still my favourite. Some Atomic Rooster highlights for those interested - (these have been posted twice previously on SoT in the past year - so a few extras have been added for those who have already accessed the links). Break The Ice (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/Rq_ihVwI23M/w-d-xo.html The Devil’s Answer (UK single release version. Alternative on ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/WAA2a1mzrk4/w-d-xo.html Tomorrow Night (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/ijMYA9joQSM/w-d-xo.html Death Walks Behind You (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/8yO7l6TmIRI/w-d-xo.html Nobody Else (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/bSEv5Zf6W6I/w-d-xo.html I Can’t Take No More (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/B1V22UB1zUo/w-d-xo.html Decision-Indecision (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/wktHsEycMAg/w-d-xo.html Sleeping For Years (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/kPQOgaEK2PA/w-d-xo.html Head In The Sky (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/BNcNAd34F-0/w-d-xo.html Throw Your Life Away (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1980 - bonus tracks edition) th-cam.com/video/30abd8rhYUk/w-d-xo.html The Rock (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/iWvjLc79eQ4/w-d-xo.html Stand By Me (from ‘Made In England’ 1972) th-cam.com/video/RcMIgAP1zko/w-d-xo.html VUG (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/aa1pGk4xwmw/w-d-xo.html Banstead (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/MbYNeqIEdqk/w-d-xo.html Broken Wings (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/GDEzo8FBS-0/w-d-xo.html The Price (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/69m_Un9wCis/w-d-xo.html A Spoonful Of Bromide Helps The Pulse Rate Go Down (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/EWAoALT6AT0/w-d-xo.html Winter (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/yr6Pn623mXc/w-d-xo.html Streets (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/xEBxgDF99kA/w-d-xo.html Black Snake (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/5MenU3hD0GM/w-d-xo.html Friday the 13th (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/nl3j_8DZ-Lg/w-d-xo.html Breakthrough (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/Q4UrXXw-pQo/w-d-xo.html Satan’s Wheel (from ‘Nice ’n’ Greasy’ 1973) th-cam.com/video/sDXm08CQPKw/w-d-xo.html People You Can Trust (from ‘Made In England’ 1972) th-cam.com/video/Ztw4hz0A_B0/w-d-xo.html
Came to Atomic Rooster via the Carl Palmer/ELP connection and was absolutely blown away by Vince Crane's keyboard work on that first album, the bands cover of John Mayall's "Broken Wings" is still one of my favorite things the band has done. There is a whole new interest in the band these days mainly due to the stoner rock scene that is still bubbling (quite successfully) just beneath the rock mainstream.
Dec 1st 1971 have part of the ticket ready Alice Cooper , Cactus and Atomic Rooster great show I'm sure you would have dug it! All for the price of $4.50 those were the good old days enjoy your channel.
Beloved Band. In Hearing of Atomic Rooster and Death Walks Behind You might be the albums that pushed me to dig into the 70s much more than the usual Sabbath Purple etc Stuff. Loved the video. Thank you.
Yes indeed and Carl Palmer on drums. What more could you want. EDIT Should add May Blitz and other Vertigo "spiral label" bands that came out with some great stuff.
Love Atomic Rooster, you never hear about them. Thanks for doing this. Peter French and Chris Farlowe both excellent vocalists, Vincent Crane just awesome and I love John Du Canns guitars and vocals. Check this guys out if you havent.
I am a huge fan of Vincent Crane.He might not be as technical as a Keith Emerson, but in his own right pretty great in his writing and arranging, including strings and horns.The Crazy World of Arthur Brown album is as much or more the genius of Crane as it was Brown.My rankings are exactly the same as Pete's are.Those top 3 are all killer albums.I like Headline News a bit more than Pete,but it was really more of a Vincent Crane solo album, as he did almost all of the vocals and had a number of guest musicians.
As young teenagers (always short of money) in the early 1970s, BBC Radio1 was where many of us discovered new bands. Atomic Rooster, Groundhogs, Family, Curved Air, Argent and Stray all performed live 1971-72. Few of them went on to become global success stories but much of their music still remains strong and relevant. From that group - Stray are still touring after 50 years+. Sadly, Atomic Rooster fared less well. Often overlooked and blighted by tragedy - RIP Vincent Crane (organ), Paul Hammond (drums), John Cann (guitar) - I have fond memories of this band and of making my first mono recordings of their ‘In Concert’ shows to cassette tape from the radio. Talented musicians, particularly Paul Hammond who contributed so significantly to their unique sound. The first three albums are certainly well worth exploring. ‘In Hearing Of’ (with its early Roger Dean artwork) is still my favourite. Some Atomic Rooster highlights for those interested - (these have been posted twice previously on SoT in the past year - so a few extras have been added for those who have already accessed the links). Break The Ice (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/Rq_ihVwI23M/w-d-xo.html The Devil’s Answer (UK single release version. Alternative on ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/WAA2a1mzrk4/w-d-xo.html Tomorrow Night (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/ijMYA9joQSM/w-d-xo.html Death Walks Behind You (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/8yO7l6TmIRI/w-d-xo.html Nobody Else (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/bSEv5Zf6W6I/w-d-xo.html I Can’t Take No More (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/B1V22UB1zUo/w-d-xo.html Decision-Indecision (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/wktHsEycMAg/w-d-xo.html Sleeping For Years (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/kPQOgaEK2PA/w-d-xo.html Head In The Sky (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/BNcNAd34F-0/w-d-xo.html Throw Your Life Away (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1980 - bonus tracks edition) th-cam.com/video/30abd8rhYUk/w-d-xo.html The Rock (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/iWvjLc79eQ4/w-d-xo.html Stand By Me (from ‘Made In England’ 1972) th-cam.com/video/RcMIgAP1zko/w-d-xo.html VUG (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/aa1pGk4xwmw/w-d-xo.html Banstead (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/MbYNeqIEdqk/w-d-xo.html Broken Wings (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/GDEzo8FBS-0/w-d-xo.html The Price (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/69m_Un9wCis/w-d-xo.html A Spoonful Of Bromide Helps The Pulse Rate Go Down (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/EWAoALT6AT0/w-d-xo.html Winter (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/yr6Pn623mXc/w-d-xo.html Streets (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/xEBxgDF99kA/w-d-xo.html Black Snake (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/5MenU3hD0GM/w-d-xo.html Friday the 13th (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/nl3j_8DZ-Lg/w-d-xo.html Breakthrough (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/Q4UrXXw-pQo/w-d-xo.html Satan’s Wheel (from ‘Nice ’n’ Greasy’ 1973) th-cam.com/video/sDXm08CQPKw/w-d-xo.html People You Can Trust (from ‘Made In England’ 1972) th-cam.com/video/Ztw4hz0A_B0/w-d-xo.html
Found them because of Carl Palmer I love the heavy sound I love Emerson Lake and Palmer and so obviously each member was in a far out band before they created their supergroup 💚💚💚
A great and underrated band, those first three albums are definitely gems…bunch of fantastic musicians. I really have a soft spot for the introspective ballads: Decision/Indecision, Winter and Nobody Else.
i reckon you got this right.That's just how i would have it.Like all these 5 albums in their own way.They are all a little different from one another.A great band indeed !
Hello from sunny U.k.! I’m 66 now, and saw Atomic Rooster when I was 16 in a tiny club in Chester England, called quantways look it up. Really old venue, built around 1200 just reopened as a live venue again after40 years being closed. Smack in the middle of ancient shops that still trade today! Got into the venue too early,Rooster were in there doing a sound check They jammed for about a quarter of an hour had a drink then left until the show. Don’t remember who the drummer was, but Palmer was well gone by then. Something about them I’ve always liked, small venue, a stage no higher than a foot. Low ceiling up close, like someone’s living room fantastic! I saw budgie there as well,but I missed the following I was too young to get in! They were vinegar joe! Judas Priest,Uriah heep, Early fleetwood mac, Thin lizzy, and loads more, these bands played there very early in their Careers with one or two albums recorded so it was no big deal at the time. Living 45 min drive from Manchester and Liverpool, over the years I’ve seen em all, U.S. and british rock and prog bands, but the Rooster gig I will not forget! Watching Crane play really close was captivating! Great band, a very sad loss! Take care,our numbers are dwindling!
Hi Pete - Always listen to your channel: love it! I bought "Death Walks..." in June '72, then "In Hearing Of..." later the same month. Big fan since then. Never did catch Rooster live, but ventured out to see Hard Stuff (Paul Hammond, John (Du) Cann and John Gustafson (bass) at Loughborough Uni. some time in the '70's. Am a big, big fan of Paul Hammond - vastly underrated drummer...
thanks Pete i never heard of Atomic Rooster will be adding them do my Discogs wishlist again this is why you channel is the best making my music listening to more Bands making my cd collection even better thank you
Thanks for this Pete - long time watcher and first time commenting, Death Walks behind you and Made in England are my faves although I like them all, I think Rooster could have been so much more but with so many line up changes I think the consistency and direction was lacking sadly and such great musicians too - used to have Made in England with the Denim sleeve, happy daze :)
I own three albums. The self-titled, Death Walks Behind You and Made in England. And that's the exact order of how I like them. I plan on getting more and I don't wanna stream any albums until I buy them. I get how Death Walks Behind You gets all the love. But for me there is an odd charm to the first album that I adore. It's just a great audio time capsule of the time. It's dated, but in a good way. Plus, I'm a big Carl Palmer fan.
I discovered atomic rooster in the mid 70s and was hooked for life. Loved this band. My brother HATED them so much. One of my birthday gifts from him many years ago with a postit note on it read, "the best of atomic rooster". It was a 45rpm record. Cracked me up. Too bad he didn't live long enough to watch this video! Well done! Loved it. Now a request. Stray dogs who I believe recorded for manticore records, and the great band Dixie dregs with Steve Morse!! Thanks again for another great video!!😀
Thanks for putting in the spotlight this brilliant British group. I was already into Atomic Rooster back in 1971...as a 14 year old;-) Atomic Rooster deserve much more acclaim.
"death walks behind you"has always been my number one. It was the first atomic rooster album I ever heard. It's always been my favorite ever since I've been a kid.
Death Walks Behind You is my favorite album by Atomic Rooster with the first one coming in number two. Can we get a Cactus ranking the albums at some point.
radio fodder from rooster...ha-ha-ha-ha....there's a phrase i never thought i'd hear...i do agree with your choice of death walks behind you as their best...for some reason i remember a different cover...mine was the import vinyl...and for some reason, whenever i think of atomic rooster i always think of budgie as well, even though musically they aren't exactly alike...probably because i got their albums around the same time...thank god for bleecker's bob's...one of the best record stores in new york at the time...another great video pete...peace...rocky
After leaving Atomic Rooster after their third album John DuCann and Paul Hammond formed Bullet with John Gustafson, formerly of Quartermass and Harry Shaw formerly of Curiosty Shoppe. they toured as Bullet in the Autumn of 1971 supporting Deep Purple on their Fireball tour. They then changed their name to Hardstuff, cos of a name clash and finally released their debut album Bulletproof on Purple Records, Harry Shaw had left by then, but sings on quite a few of the tracks, but was never credited, in around 2010, the album was remastered with John DuCann. Harry Shaw - vocals (uncredited) on tracks 3, 5, 6 & 10. To add to the confusion the album was also released under the band name Bullet and called Entrance To Hell with extra tracks and a better running order in around 2010, on the cover is Paul Hammond, John Gustafson and John DuCann also known as Cann. There is a photo of them sat down on the back, which is cropped as it also included Harry Shaw. I seen Atomic Rooster in 1970, they played at a local cinema in Monmouth (home of Rockfield Studios) I then seen DuCann and Hammond, still playing his large silver drum kit on the Deep Purple Tour a year later. The Entrance To Hell album is definitely worth checking out. "Jay Time" was covered in 2011 by American rock band White Denim. Looking forward to you reviewing some Groundhog albums sometime, in particular Thank Christ For the Bomb and the superb Split album and those 3 Pink Fairies album from the 1970's.
I've had a few songs from this band pop up on one of my iheart artist channels but thank YOU for ranking them. I'm always impressed by how you have these obscure albums on CD. Maybe do a video on places to find these discs.
There is another Atomic Rooster album called 'Homework' although it only feature John DuCann and is basically demos for an album that never was, I wasn't sure you would include it. Good Ranking, apart for swapping around headline news with Nice 'n' greasy my listing is the same! Great band!!!
THANK YOU, PETE!!!! I personally cannot rate their albums, except that Death Walks Behind You will always be their #1 album in my eyes. In Hearing of Atomic Rooster is my 2nd favourite, I really love the vocal style of Peter French.
This one caught me by surprise Pete. Didn't expect this. Not too many people know about Atomic Rooster but I'm one that does. I have every album that you mentioned here. 1st heard them in the early 70's. My older brother bought In Hearing Of. I was hooked. Like you, I like some better than others but overall really dig the band. I really enjoy your show keep doing what you're doing. I'm 62 so I have heard quite a bit over the years.
Another very cool review Pete. My brother is going to love this band when i track down the cd's or vinyl for him. He's a huge Palmer fan. Thanks for this.
Very informative show PETE since I only own 2 of the possible 7. The first 2 in your rankings. I do know that all 3 guys that made Death walks died young. And that Crane wrote 🔥 FIRE. Weird as a young kid when that came out / I got creeped out by that song. Lol Go figure. Thanks PETE !
always wanted more atomic rooster in my collection, can't seem to find their albums at a reasonable price though when I have the spare cash, definately unsung heroes of the 70's
Two best albums (on CD) - 'Death Walks....' and 'In Hearing Of....' both available on Amazon for £15.92 ($20.48) total - seems like a reasonable price. www.amazon.co.uk/Death-Walks-Behind-You-Expanded/dp/B00019013Q/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=atomic+rooster&qid=1582805221&sr=8-1 £7.94 ($10.22) www.amazon.co.uk/Hearing-Atomic-Rooster/dp/B0001MXRL6/ref=tmm_acd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1582805221&sr=8-9 £7.98 ($10.27)
Hi Pete, I pretty much agree with your ratings of all the albums. However, I think its worth noting that it looks like you have the German version of Nice n' Greasy. The UK version has 2 different tracks and is a little more rocking than the one you have. The light instrumental "Moods" is replaced by the Johnny Mandala written funk-rock workout, "Goodbye Planet Earth" which is all guitar except for Vincent's bass line (played on the Hammond). Meanwhile, Chris Farlowe's straight rock n' roll/blues tune "What You Gonna Do" is replaced by the somewhat sinister, proggy "Satan's Wheel". I think this version of the album is stronger. However, I believe most of the recent reissues have all 4 songs included. I also want to add that, except for the first album, almost all the Bass lines were played by Vincent using Hammond Organ Bass pedals or simply the left hand side of the lower Hammond keyboard. Cheers!
Yep, I saw Atomic Rooster at Silsoe Agricultural College (still exists?) in 1970 or 1971 .... Unfortunately can't remember a thing about them except that the guitarist was impressive.... but saw them again - 48 years later- at A New Day Festival (Faversham UK) when they rocked; a lot more than I expected.
been around here forever, and I have learned from you Pete, if you don't have anything good to say, say nothing.. Love Palmer,, here's where you and I bump heads..the Hammond Organ??? You love it..ala Deep Purple and all that is god like in their world to you. Everything you love about that sound(Hammond), I can't stand, why, hmmm,many reasons, but, you like what you like period. And I agree totally with you. I have got some great ideas from you, or inspiration to revisit some great stuff. Mostly, Kansas, Leftoverture, That is amazing..I can't believe I have not listened to that in 20 years, so thankyou!! Love the channel, just not the Hammond Organ, just not the best Organ I know of. Still trying to open my eyes to Europe, not getting it yet, it is heavier, yes, lyrically?? ALso kudos, Queensryche new stuff, just great!!! It must be hard, running out of bands, no can it be the case? LOVE IT ALL PETE.. ALWAYS A PLEASURE
Atomic Roosters first album was never released in the US.The Second UK press uses the US mix but it was never released there and DWBY became their US debut.Also Pete french left Rooster to join Catcus a little while after John Du Cann was fired over musical difference and Paul Hammond left in solidarity of John DuCann .They went on to form a killer power trio called Hardstuff who are worth investigating if you haven't already.Love your show and keep up the good work
Hi Pete, Have you heard the end of the day, play it again Ep which was released in I think 81.Also tracks like Night living, Rebel without a cause are great. Also there were different titles for night living;living underground & Rebel with a clause; Start to live just to confuse things Chris D Chris D,Huddersfield,England
you know your stuff, Pete! loved Atomic Rooster back in the day and still listen, other bands i was / am into were Argent, Groundhogs and Rare Bird, don't know if you've checked them out, will have a look.
Aaah this video was very useful to me, now I finally know who Johnny Mandela is! And you cleared up the Graham thing a little bit even though i'm still somewhat confused. The albums arent both self titled though, one of them has three Os (still basically self titled lol). my favourites are death walks behind you and atomic roooster. Great video, tysm!!
Cool t-shirt. One of the best live albums ever! Interesting ranking. Haven't heard much from Atomic Rooster before (except for Death Walks Behind You). Gotta listen to them a bit more now.
I am going to have to sit out ranking these as the only albums I know are Death Walks Behind You and Nice & Greasy (that German cover!!!). I like both a lot, but just never dove further in. I'll still watch, of course, though! Thanks as always, Pete! Just the fact that you mentioned Leaf Hound makes this a notable video for me. Growers Of Mushroom is one of my all-time favorite metal records!!
Mileage obviously varies but I love Made In England and Nice n' Greasy. Crane was exploring a "heavy soul" sound on both and to these ears it was a success. Chris Farlowe's voice might be an acquired taste but man he had some industrial strength pipes! One of rock's best odes to blow (only bettered by Sabbath's Snowblind) is the unhinged Goodbye Planet Earth from the Greasy set--"Keep your nose on the track, ain't no lookin' back" indeed.
So much killer music out there.. I would lov you do more videos about the obscure and unknown bands from the 60s and 70s... Everyone knows about..genesis..emerson.. Especially the unknown euro bands who only released 1 record... Like Necromandus...or Ice cross..felt..dark.. Power of zues
What a "Blast From The Past"...Don't own any on AR CD's so I pulled out a couple old vinyl's and refreshed a bit....Various stages of talent in and out of this band ..Was never a fan of entire LP's tho loved several songs. Indeed wasn't a fan of the early 80's stuff at all...Once again, exposing Bands to folks that hadn't a clue is awesome Pete. Once again...good show.
Vincent Crane Was Such a Nice Bloke,,, Lived in Leytonstone Area of London, Check Rory Gallagher's first album he played on that....obviously the poor man suffered with a mental illness, which is why I feel the line-ups changed so much...However he did make some great music. .I urge Everyone to check out The "Death Walks Behind You" Album it's still is a Killer Set. and if you dig that check Hard Stuff's Albums Where Paul Hammond And John DuCann moved on to.
I never heard of this band until 10 minutes ago. I was watching streams here on TH-cam about the top songs from the year 1971 which was 3 years before I was even born. I suspect it was from a British channel because I know a lot of music that was huge in England never got far here in the United States.
A buddy of mine bought “Death Walks Behind You” and “In Hearing Of” and we all really liked them. In 1973, my friend went on a fishing trip to Canada with his uncle and cousins. He came back from vacation and tells us that he and his cousin went to concert : Savoy Brown w/Atomic Rooster. He tells us the guy who played Danny Partridge from the Partridge Family is singing with the band. His older cousin swore it was Tiny Tim. Either way, his was supposed to be somebody. It was Chris Farlowe. They both commented that he ate sandwiches through the entire set and was a “goon”.
I love the first 3 albums! On the first album I prefer the original uk version without guitar, the way it was originally intended. The organ dominates on that version. It's not easy to come across but definitely worth seeking out.
Nice! I got a couple I collect vinyl so they don't come down the pike to often and when they do $$😂 anywho another excellent video and the Cooper one wow that was fun! thank you!!!!🤘👽
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Hi Pete,
Pete French here, I enjoyed listening to your review on Atomic Rooster, My personal favourite Albums are the "Death Walks Behind You" Album and obviously "The In Hearing Of " Album, I missed John Canns guitar on "In Hearing Of", Vincent took a lot of Johns guitar tracks off the Album in the final mix which led to the unfortunate argument and break up between them, and sadly a lot of good lead guitar tracks were lost, but Atomic Rooster are back on the road with myself on vocals, Steve Bolton on guitar, a exceptional keyboard player called Adrian Gautrey , with Shug on Bass, and Paul Everett on drums, and I am also still working with my band Leaf Hound, I like your show, all the best,
Pete French, how fucken awesome is that! Big fan of yours!
Good evening Mr French, it's a pleasure to see you here tonight! Keep on rocking, you are a true legend I wish more folks knew about. Have a good one, sir!
Hi,Pete!Are goin' to release a new album with Leaf Hound?Greetings from Russia!
@@rockingman2543 Hi sv troshin, My band Leaf Hound are at present working on some new compositions, and sometime in the not too distant future I am sure Leaf Hound will be getting a new album sorted out, and thank you for asking.
@@markhaus1329 Thank you Mark.
Bravo Pete for exposing people to Atomic Rooster. Most people, especially in the US,never heard of them.
Shame on You!You should have listened to them!!!I've got all these albums on cd/Great they are!
I've heard of them.
"Most people" should start reading Wikipedia.
Heard of them but don't know a whole lot about them.
Death Walks Behind You is an absolute classic.
Dude!!! Finally someone giving Atomic Rooster some exposure
I love Atomic Rooster, John Du Cann is the most underrated guitarrist in my opinion.
Pete, Paul Hammond was a very good friend of my dad and my family. He was a really nice guy and a fab drummer. I spent lots of time with him in his later years and was with him two days before he passed. Thank you for this man! Paul really pushed me as a young drummer back then. I miss him very much!
Well timed Pete, I just listened to Death Walks Behind You yesterday, absolutely great album.
Known about this band forever, yet I’ve never listened to one song by them... that why this channel is super cool because it gets me to check out stuff that I’ve never looked into before ! Way to get me to spend more money I don’t have Pete 😂 lol !!
May be worth checking out my post and the links before spending any money.
As young teenagers (always short of money) in the early 1970s, BBC Radio1 was where many of us discovered new bands. Atomic Rooster, Groundhogs, Family, Curved Air, Argent and Stray all performed live 1971-72. Few of them went on to become global success stories but much of their music still remains strong and relevant. From that group - Stray are still touring after 50 years+. Sadly, Atomic Rooster fared less well. Often overlooked and blighted by tragedy - RIP Vincent Crane (organ), Paul Hammond (drums), John Cann (guitar) - I have fond memories of this band and of making my first mono recordings of their ‘In Concert’ shows to cassette tape from the radio.
Talented musicians, particularly Paul Hammond who contributed so significantly to their unique sound. The first three albums are certainly well worth exploring. ‘In Hearing Of’ (with its early Roger Dean artwork) is still my favourite.
Some Atomic Rooster highlights for those interested - (these have been posted twice previously on SoT in the past year - so a few extras have been added for those who have already accessed the links).
Break The Ice (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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The Devil’s Answer (UK single release version. Alternative on ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/WAA2a1mzrk4/w-d-xo.html
Tomorrow Night (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Death Walks Behind You (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Nobody Else (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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I Can’t Take No More (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Decision-Indecision (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Sleeping For Years (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Head In The Sky (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Throw Your Life Away (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1980 - bonus tracks edition)
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The Rock (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Stand By Me (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
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VUG (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Banstead (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
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Broken Wings (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
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The Price (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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A Spoonful Of Bromide Helps The Pulse Rate Go Down (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Winter (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/yr6Pn623mXc/w-d-xo.html
Streets (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/xEBxgDF99kA/w-d-xo.html
Black Snake (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Friday the 13th (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/nl3j_8DZ-Lg/w-d-xo.html
Breakthrough (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Satan’s Wheel (from ‘Nice ’n’ Greasy’ 1973) th-cam.com/video/sDXm08CQPKw/w-d-xo.html
People You Can Trust (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
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Came to Atomic Rooster via the Carl Palmer/ELP connection and was absolutely blown away by Vince Crane's keyboard work on that first album, the bands cover of John Mayall's "Broken Wings" is still one of my favorite things the band has done. There is a whole new interest in the band these days mainly due to the stoner rock scene that is still bubbling (quite successfully) just beneath the rock mainstream.
I was the only person I knew in the 70's that was into Atomic Rooster. I had two albums, and I thought they were great. Nice to see them highlighted!
Dec 1st 1971 have part of the ticket ready Alice Cooper , Cactus and Atomic Rooster great show I'm sure you would have dug it! All for the price of $4.50 those were the good old days enjoy your channel.
Beloved Band. In Hearing of Atomic Rooster and Death Walks Behind You might be the albums that pushed me to dig into the 70s much more than the usual Sabbath Purple etc Stuff. Loved the video. Thank you.
Yes indeed and Carl Palmer on drums. What more could you want.
EDIT Should add May Blitz and other Vertigo "spiral label" bands that came out with some great stuff.
Meant to say Paul Hammond on drums...not John Hammond.
Sea of Tranquility I remember him being one of the first drummers to have a double bass drum setup. Sadly he died in 1991.
@@alexhamilton4084 Sadly all of them(Vincent,John,Paul) are in heaven now...RIP
Love Atomic Rooster, you never hear about them. Thanks for doing this. Peter French and Chris Farlowe both excellent vocalists, Vincent Crane just awesome and I love John Du Canns guitars and vocals. Check this guys out if you havent.
Best band EVER!
I am a huge fan of Vincent Crane.He might not be as technical as a Keith Emerson, but in his own right pretty great in his writing and arranging, including strings and horns.The Crazy World of Arthur Brown album is as much or more the genius of Crane as it was Brown.My rankings are exactly the same as Pete's are.Those top 3 are all killer albums.I like Headline News a bit more than Pete,but it was really more of a Vincent Crane solo album, as he did almost all of the vocals and had a number of guest musicians.
As young teenagers (always short of money) in the early 1970s, BBC Radio1 was where many of us discovered new bands. Atomic Rooster, Groundhogs, Family, Curved Air, Argent and Stray all performed live 1971-72. Few of them went on to become global success stories but much of their music still remains strong and relevant. From that group - Stray are still touring after 50 years+. Sadly, Atomic Rooster fared less well. Often overlooked and blighted by tragedy - RIP Vincent Crane (organ), Paul Hammond (drums), John Cann (guitar) - I have fond memories of this band and of making my first mono recordings of their ‘In Concert’ shows to cassette tape from the radio.
Talented musicians, particularly Paul Hammond who contributed so significantly to their unique sound. The first three albums are certainly well worth exploring. ‘In Hearing Of’ (with its early Roger Dean artwork) is still my favourite.
Some Atomic Rooster highlights for those interested - (these have been posted twice previously on SoT in the past year - so a few extras have been added for those who have already accessed the links).
Break The Ice (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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The Devil’s Answer (UK single release version. Alternative on ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/WAA2a1mzrk4/w-d-xo.html
Tomorrow Night (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Death Walks Behind You (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Nobody Else (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/bSEv5Zf6W6I/w-d-xo.html
I Can’t Take No More (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/B1V22UB1zUo/w-d-xo.html
Decision-Indecision (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
th-cam.com/video/wktHsEycMAg/w-d-xo.html
Sleeping For Years (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Head In The Sky (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Throw Your Life Away (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1980 - bonus tracks edition)
th-cam.com/video/30abd8rhYUk/w-d-xo.html
The Rock (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Stand By Me (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
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VUG (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/aa1pGk4xwmw/w-d-xo.html
Banstead (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
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Broken Wings (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
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The Price (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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A Spoonful Of Bromide Helps The Pulse Rate Go Down (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Winter (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/yr6Pn623mXc/w-d-xo.html
Streets (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/xEBxgDF99kA/w-d-xo.html
Black Snake (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Friday the 13th (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/nl3j_8DZ-Lg/w-d-xo.html
Breakthrough (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Satan’s Wheel (from ‘Nice ’n’ Greasy’ 1973) th-cam.com/video/sDXm08CQPKw/w-d-xo.html
People You Can Trust (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
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i see you mention groundhogs. the best band that never quite made it.
Only have DEATH WALKS BEHIND YOU and IN HEARING OF. Both pretty damn good so I will check out some other releases. Thanks Pete!
Because of you Pete, I discover this great band, about a year ago, thanks 👍
I listened to them for the first time today. “Tomorrow Night”, “Sleeping for Years”, and “Nobody Else” are fantastic!
I love Atomic Rooster! Thanks for this great review!
Pete. You should really do a ranking the studio albums for Manfred Manns Earth Band.
Hey Pete, Atomic Rooster, epic band all great LP's. Got all their albums.
I just listened to this band. Automic Rooster sounds great. Thank you for your ranking Automic Rooster.🎤🎸🎵🥁
Found them because of Carl Palmer I love the heavy sound I love Emerson Lake and Palmer and so obviously each member was in a far out band before they created their supergroup 💚💚💚
I have the Boxset ‘Sleeping For Years’ Love it and the album ‘In Hearing Of’. Love these guys
A great and underrated band, those first three albums are definitely gems…bunch of fantastic musicians. I really have a soft spot for the introspective ballads: Decision/Indecision, Winter and Nobody Else.
Vincent crane was a great organ player
In hearing of atomic rooster was my personal favorite
fantastic, I love them!
1. Death Walks Behind You 2. In Hearing Of 3. Self Titled 4. Made In England 5. Nice & Greasy
i reckon you got this right.That's just how i would have it.Like all these 5 albums in their own way.They are all a little different from one another.A great band indeed !
Great rundown, Pete, i definitely need to explore these guys more. Lenten blessings to you and yours.
Some Atomic Rooster highlights for those interested -
Break The Ice (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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The Devil’s Answer (UK single release version. Alternative on ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/WAA2a1mzrk4/w-d-xo.html
Tomorrow Night (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Death Walks Behind You (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Nobody Else (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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I Can’t Take No More (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Decision-Indecision (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Sleeping For Years (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Head In The Sky (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Throw Your Life Away (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1980 - bonus tracks edition)
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The Rock (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Stand By Me (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
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VUG (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Banstead (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
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Broken Wings (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
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The Price (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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A Spoonful Of Bromide Helps The Pulse Rate Go Down (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/EWAoALT6AT0/w-d-xo.html
Winter (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/yr6Pn623mXc/w-d-xo.html
Streets (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/xEBxgDF99kA/w-d-xo.html
Black Snake (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Friday the 13th (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/nl3j_8DZ-Lg/w-d-xo.html
Breakthrough (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Satan’s Wheel (from ‘Nice ’n’ Greasy’ 1973) th-cam.com/video/sDXm08CQPKw/w-d-xo.html
People You Can Trust (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
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Starting to get into these guys
Hello from sunny U.k.!
I’m 66 now, and saw Atomic Rooster when I was 16 in a
tiny club in Chester England, called quantways look it up.
Really old venue, built around 1200 just reopened as
a live venue again after40 years being closed.
Smack in the middle of ancient shops that still trade today!
Got into the venue too early,Rooster were in there doing a sound check
They jammed for about a quarter of an hour had a drink then left until the show.
Don’t remember who the drummer was, but Palmer was well gone by then.
Something about them I’ve always liked, small venue, a stage no higher than a foot.
Low ceiling up close, like someone’s living room fantastic!
I saw budgie there as well,but I missed the following I was too young to get in!
They were vinegar joe! Judas Priest,Uriah heep, Early fleetwood mac,
Thin lizzy, and loads more, these bands played there very early in their
Careers with one or two albums recorded so it was no big deal at the time.
Living 45 min drive from Manchester and Liverpool, over the years
I’ve seen em all, U.S. and british rock and prog bands, but the
Rooster gig I will not forget!
Watching Crane play really close was captivating!
Great band, a very sad loss!
Take care,our numbers are dwindling!
Hi Pete - Always listen to your channel: love it! I bought "Death Walks..." in June '72, then "In Hearing Of..." later the same month. Big fan since then.
Never did catch Rooster live, but ventured out to see Hard Stuff (Paul Hammond, John (Du) Cann and John Gustafson (bass) at Loughborough Uni. some time in the '70's. Am a big, big fan of Paul Hammond - vastly underrated drummer...
thanks Pete i never heard of Atomic Rooster will be adding them do my Discogs wishlist again this is why you channel is the best making my music listening to more Bands making my cd collection even better thank you
Some Atomic Rooster highlights for those interested -
Break The Ice (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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The Devil’s Answer (UK single release version. Alternative on ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/WAA2a1mzrk4/w-d-xo.html
Tomorrow Night (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Death Walks Behind You (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
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Nobody Else (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/bSEv5Zf6W6I/w-d-xo.html
I Can’t Take No More (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/B1V22UB1zUo/w-d-xo.html
Decision-Indecision (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
th-cam.com/video/wktHsEycMAg/w-d-xo.html
Sleeping For Years (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/kPQOgaEK2PA/w-d-xo.html
Head In The Sky (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
th-cam.com/video/BNcNAd34F-0/w-d-xo.html
Throw Your Life Away (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1980 - bonus tracks edition)
th-cam.com/video/30abd8rhYUk/w-d-xo.html
The Rock (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
th-cam.com/video/iWvjLc79eQ4/w-d-xo.html
Stand By Me (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
th-cam.com/video/RcMIgAP1zko/w-d-xo.html
VUG (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/aa1pGk4xwmw/w-d-xo.html
Banstead (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/MbYNeqIEdqk/w-d-xo.html
Broken Wings (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970)
th-cam.com/video/GDEzo8FBS-0/w-d-xo.html
The Price (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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A Spoonful Of Bromide Helps The Pulse Rate Go Down (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971) th-cam.com/video/EWAoALT6AT0/w-d-xo.html
Winter (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/yr6Pn623mXc/w-d-xo.html
Streets (from ‘Death Walks Behind You’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/xEBxgDF99kA/w-d-xo.html
Black Snake (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Friday the 13th (from ‘Atomic Rooster’ 1970) th-cam.com/video/nl3j_8DZ-Lg/w-d-xo.html
Breakthrough (from ‘In Hearing Of Atomic Rooster’ 1971)
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Satan’s Wheel (from ‘Nice ’n’ Greasy’ 1973) th-cam.com/video/sDXm08CQPKw/w-d-xo.html
People You Can Trust (from ‘Made In England’ 1972)
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Great band remember hearing them in session on the friday rock show with tommy vance.
tommy vance and the friday rock show, that brings back some memories
"Breakthrough" will free you from your invisible prison, all of you
Oh man I love the main organ riff on that song. So epic!
Thanks for this Pete - long time watcher and first time commenting, Death Walks behind you and Made in England are my faves although I like them all, I think Rooster could have been so much more but with so many line up changes I think the consistency and direction was lacking sadly and such great musicians too - used to have Made in England with the Denim sleeve, happy daze :)
Awesome! Love me some Rooster.
Great review man. Of one of our great early 70s rock bands. Lucky enough too have seen them. Thanks for the ranking, spot on.🎸👌👌
I own three albums. The self-titled, Death Walks Behind You and Made in England. And that's the exact order of how I like them. I plan on getting more and I don't wanna stream any albums until I buy them. I get how Death Walks Behind You gets all the love. But for me there is an odd charm to the first album that I adore. It's just a great audio time capsule of the time. It's dated, but in a good way. Plus, I'm a big Carl Palmer fan.
First album is great!!!
I really like the first album a lot too.Great vocals and Vincent's playing is front and center without guitar.
I discovered atomic rooster in the mid 70s and was hooked for life. Loved this band. My brother HATED them so much. One of my birthday gifts from him many years ago with a postit note on it read, "the best of atomic rooster". It was a 45rpm record. Cracked me up. Too bad he didn't live long enough to watch this video!
Well done! Loved it. Now a request. Stray dogs who I believe recorded for manticore records, and the great band Dixie dregs with Steve Morse!! Thanks again for another great video!!😀
Thanks for putting in the spotlight this brilliant British group. I was already into Atomic Rooster back in 1971...as a 14 year old;-) Atomic Rooster deserve much more acclaim.
"death walks behind you"has always been my number one. It was the first atomic rooster album I ever heard. It's always been my favorite ever since I've been a kid.
Enjoyed your presentation pete yes love death walks behind you in hearing of the first album and made in england
Death Walks Behind You is my favorite album by Atomic Rooster with the first one coming in number two. Can we get a Cactus ranking the albums at some point.
I can do that!
radio fodder from rooster...ha-ha-ha-ha....there's a phrase i never thought i'd hear...i do agree with your choice of death walks behind you as their best...for some reason i remember a different cover...mine was the import vinyl...and for some reason, whenever i think of atomic rooster i always think of budgie as well, even though musically they aren't exactly alike...probably because i got their albums around the same time...thank god for bleecker's bob's...one of the best record stores in new york at the time...another great video pete...peace...rocky
Sadly one of the great forgotten bands in need of a resurgence. The guitar-organ interplay was fantastic!
I remember hearing Death Walks Behind You by Atomic Rooster and being blown away. Yep The first two Atomic Rooster albums are a must have.
After leaving Atomic Rooster after their third album John DuCann and Paul Hammond formed Bullet with John Gustafson, formerly of Quartermass and Harry Shaw formerly of Curiosty Shoppe. they toured as Bullet in the Autumn of 1971 supporting Deep Purple on their Fireball tour.
They then changed their name to Hardstuff, cos of a name clash and finally released their debut album Bulletproof on Purple Records, Harry Shaw had left by then, but sings on quite a few of the tracks, but was never credited, in around 2010, the album was remastered with John DuCann.
Harry Shaw - vocals (uncredited) on tracks 3, 5, 6 & 10. To add to the confusion the album was also released under the band name Bullet and called Entrance To Hell with extra tracks and a better running order in around 2010, on the cover is Paul Hammond, John Gustafson and John DuCann also known as Cann. There is a photo of them sat down on the back, which is cropped as it also included Harry Shaw. I seen Atomic Rooster in 1970, they played at a local cinema in Monmouth (home of Rockfield Studios) I then seen DuCann and Hammond, still playing his large silver drum kit on the Deep Purple Tour a year later. The Entrance To Hell album is definitely worth checking out. "Jay Time" was covered in 2011 by American rock band White Denim.
Looking forward to you reviewing some Groundhog albums sometime, in particular Thank Christ For the Bomb and the superb Split album and those 3 Pink Fairies album from the 1970's.
I've had a few songs from this band pop up on one of my iheart artist channels but thank YOU for ranking them. I'm always impressed by how you have these obscure albums on CD. Maybe do a video on places to find these discs.
There is another Atomic Rooster album called 'Homework' although it only feature John DuCann and is basically demos for an album that never was, I wasn't sure you would include it. Good Ranking, apart for swapping around headline news with Nice 'n' greasy my listing is the same! Great band!!!
also check out vincent with arthur brown "faster than the speed of light" - its super good!
What year was that done? I have read about it, but never heard it.
THANK YOU, PETE!!!! I personally cannot rate their albums, except that Death Walks Behind You will always be their #1 album in my eyes. In Hearing of Atomic Rooster is my 2nd favourite, I really love the vocal style of Peter French.
Have all the albums. Faves have always been Death Walks Behind You and In Hearing Of.
This one caught me by surprise Pete. Didn't expect this. Not too many people know about Atomic Rooster but I'm one that does. I have every album that you mentioned here. 1st heard them in the early 70's. My older brother bought In Hearing Of. I was hooked. Like you, I like some better than others but overall really dig the band. I really enjoy your show keep doing what you're doing. I'm 62 so I have heard quite a bit over the years.
Another very cool review Pete. My brother is going to love this band when i track down the cd's or vinyl for him. He's a huge Palmer fan. Thanks for this.
Long live the Rooster! Love this band. Great review!
Thank you for the information on atomic Rooster.
Awesome... great band. Once again, you have great taste in music. Mott the Hoople ranking the albums.
My favourite track .................Nobody Else from Death Walks Behind You . Stunning . Try it out . Great presentation Pete .
Very informative show PETE since I only own 2 of the possible 7. The first 2 in your rankings. I do know that all 3 guys that made Death walks died young. And that Crane wrote 🔥 FIRE. Weird as a young kid when that came out / I got creeped out by that song. Lol Go figure. Thanks PETE !
always wanted more atomic rooster in my collection, can't seem to find their albums at a reasonable price though when I have the spare cash, definately unsung heroes of the 70's
Two best albums (on CD) - 'Death Walks....' and 'In Hearing Of....' both available on Amazon for £15.92 ($20.48) total - seems like a reasonable price.
www.amazon.co.uk/Death-Walks-Behind-You-Expanded/dp/B00019013Q/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=atomic+rooster&qid=1582805221&sr=8-1 £7.94 ($10.22)
www.amazon.co.uk/Hearing-Atomic-Rooster/dp/B0001MXRL6/ref=tmm_acd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1582805221&sr=8-9 £7.98 ($10.27)
I was listening to ‘In hearing of’ on TH-cam and your video popped up! What a COINCIDENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Unbelievable
Never was into atomic rooster , but can't wait till tomorrow Journey is an all time favorite too to bottom
In hearing of... superb work.
Have them all except the first and last albums. In Hearing Of is my favourite. Great.
Hi Pete, I pretty much agree with your ratings of all the albums. However, I think its worth noting that it looks like you have the German version of Nice n' Greasy. The UK version has 2 different tracks and is a little more rocking than the one you have. The light instrumental "Moods" is replaced by the Johnny Mandala written funk-rock workout, "Goodbye Planet Earth" which is all guitar except for Vincent's bass line (played on the Hammond). Meanwhile, Chris Farlowe's straight rock n' roll/blues tune "What You Gonna Do" is replaced by the somewhat sinister, proggy "Satan's Wheel". I think this version of the album is stronger. However, I believe most of the recent reissues have all 4 songs included. I also want to add that, except for the first album, almost all the Bass lines were played by Vincent using Hammond Organ Bass pedals or simply the left hand side of the lower Hammond keyboard. Cheers!
Saw the Rooster with Robin Trower Chicago in 75 or 76 hard to remember for sure lots of extra curricular activities at the time
Yep, I saw Atomic Rooster at Silsoe Agricultural College (still exists?) in 1970 or 1971 .... Unfortunately can't remember a thing about them except that the guitarist was impressive.... but saw them again - 48 years later- at A New Day Festival (Faversham UK) when they rocked; a lot more than I expected.
Aloha from Hawaii , i have been collecting Atomic Rooster since "Death Walks Behind You " USA version and so on ,, I have everything on cd and vinyl.
been around here forever, and I have learned from you Pete, if you don't have anything good to say, say nothing.. Love Palmer,, here's where you and I bump heads..the Hammond Organ??? You love it..ala Deep Purple and all that is god like in their world to you. Everything you love about that sound(Hammond), I can't stand, why, hmmm,many reasons, but, you like what you like period. And I agree totally with you. I have got some great ideas from you, or inspiration to revisit some great stuff. Mostly, Kansas, Leftoverture, That is amazing..I can't believe I have not listened to that in 20 years, so thankyou!! Love the channel, just not the Hammond Organ, just not the best Organ I know of. Still trying to open my eyes to Europe, not getting it yet, it is heavier, yes, lyrically?? ALso kudos, Queensryche new stuff, just great!!! It must be hard, running out of bands, no can it be the case? LOVE IT ALL PETE.. ALWAYS A PLEASURE
I’ve heard of them, but never heard any of their stuff, may check them out
Atomic Roosters first album was never released in the US.The Second UK press uses the US mix but it was never released there and DWBY became their US debut.Also Pete french left Rooster to join Catcus a little while after John Du Cann was fired over musical difference and Paul Hammond left in solidarity of John DuCann .They went on to form a killer power trio called Hardstuff who are worth investigating if you haven't already.Love your show and keep up the good work
Never heard of this band before. Will definitely give them a listen
i think your order is close to mine but omg, the 1980 album with the blue background is by far the best. fabulous driving music.
Pete.....Play it again 🍺🤘👍
Hi Pete,
Have you heard the end of the day, play it again Ep which was released in I think 81.Also tracks like Night living, Rebel without a cause are great. Also there were different titles for night living;living underground & Rebel with a clause; Start to live just to confuse things
Chris D
Chris D,Huddersfield,England
you know your stuff, Pete! loved Atomic Rooster back in the day and still listen, other bands i was / am into were Argent, Groundhogs and Rare Bird, don't know if you've checked them out, will have a look.
Aaah this video was very useful to me, now I finally know who Johnny Mandela is! And you cleared up the Graham thing a little bit even though i'm still somewhat confused.
The albums arent both self titled though, one of them has three Os (still basically self titled lol).
my favourites are death walks behind you and atomic roooster.
Great video, tysm!!
Cool t-shirt. One of the best live albums ever! Interesting ranking. Haven't heard much from Atomic Rooster before (except for Death Walks Behind You). Gotta listen to them a bit more now.
I am going to have to sit out ranking these as the only albums I know are Death Walks Behind You and Nice & Greasy (that German cover!!!). I like both a lot, but just never dove further in. I'll still watch, of course, though! Thanks as always, Pete!
Just the fact that you mentioned Leaf Hound makes this a notable video for me. Growers Of Mushroom is one of my all-time favorite metal records!!
I found them on youtube and I love their music.
Mileage obviously varies but I love Made In England and Nice n' Greasy. Crane was exploring a "heavy soul" sound on both and to these ears it was a success. Chris Farlowe's voice might be an acquired taste but man he had some industrial strength pipes! One of rock's best odes to blow (only bettered by Sabbath's Snowblind) is the unhinged Goodbye Planet Earth from the Greasy set--"Keep your nose on the track, ain't no lookin' back" indeed.
So much killer music out there.. I would lov you do more videos about the obscure and unknown bands from the 60s and 70s... Everyone knows about..genesis..emerson.. Especially the unknown euro bands who only released 1 record... Like Necromandus...or Ice cross..felt..dark.. Power of zues
What a "Blast From The Past"...Don't own any on AR CD's so I pulled out a couple old vinyl's and refreshed a bit....Various stages of talent in and out of this band ..Was never a fan of entire LP's tho loved several songs. Indeed wasn't a fan of the early 80's stuff at all...Once again, exposing Bands to folks that hadn't a clue is awesome Pete. Once again...good show.
Great William Blake cover to your number one album!
nice one pete, atomic rooster a great band , so sad about mr crane taking his own life, if you like them check out rare bird.
Vincent Crane Was Such a Nice Bloke,,, Lived in Leytonstone Area of London, Check Rory Gallagher's first album he played on that....obviously the poor man suffered with a mental illness, which is why I feel the line-ups changed so much...However he did make some great music. .I urge Everyone to check out The "Death Walks Behind You" Album it's still is a Killer Set. and if you dig that check Hard Stuff's Albums Where Paul Hammond And John DuCann moved on to.
Atomic Rooster, I like!
I have the two self titled albums listed as "Atomic Rooster-1980" and "Atomic Rooster-1970"
Actually the first self titled album is called atomic roooster.
@@TheGenreman Oh, with 3 "o's", I didn't even notice that. That's one way to tell them apart.
Love in hearing of... Black Snake killer song, dark & moody..
I never heard of this band until 10 minutes ago. I was watching streams here on TH-cam about the top songs from the year 1971 which was 3 years before I was even born. I suspect it was from a British channel because I know a lot of music that was huge in England never got far here in the United States.
A buddy of mine bought “Death Walks Behind You” and “In Hearing Of” and we all really liked them. In 1973, my friend went on a fishing trip to Canada with his uncle and cousins. He came back from vacation and tells us that he and his cousin went to concert : Savoy Brown w/Atomic Rooster. He tells us the guy who played Danny Partridge from the Partridge Family is singing with the band. His older cousin swore it was Tiny Tim. Either way, his was supposed to be somebody. It was Chris Farlowe. They both commented that he ate sandwiches through the entire set and was a “goon”.
I love the first 3 albums! On the first album I prefer the original uk version without guitar, the way it was originally intended. The organ dominates on that version. It's not easy to come across but definitely worth seeking out.
I'm with you on that.Original as it was intended.
I’m going to see them this weekend in Aldershot. 😊
Death Walks Behind you is a great classic. The first album I got was In Hearing of.
You nailed it Pete. Killer stuff. How about ranking the albums by Trouble?
Could “ Back Street Luv” by Curved Air be a response to “ Tomorrow Night”?😀
Nice! I got a couple I collect vinyl so they don't come down the pike to often and when they do $$😂 anywho another excellent video and the Cooper one wow that was fun! thank you!!!!🤘👽