Wednesday, February 25, 2009

The Freeborne - Peak Impressions (1967)











Boston psychedelic band The Freeborne released Peak Impressions on the Monitor label in 1967, this would be their first and last album. One of my favorites from the Bosstown scene, perhaps not as well known as The Beacon Street Union or Ultimate Spinach but just as deserving. Some great psych with loads of experimentation, more of an organ emphasis than guitar with some jazzy moments. To me some of this has a touch of Country Joe & The Fish feel to it, just check out Peak Impressions & Thoughts. You can’t beat the first five songs, just excellent. The remainder of the album doesn’t quite hold up as well, but it is still a wonderful album that shouldn’t be missed. And of course, as always, if you dig it... buy it and support these artists.