Spooky Tooth – The Island Years

The Island Years is a new comprehensive anthology featuring the work British rock band Spooky Tooth who released seven studio albums between 1968 and 1974…

No, not *that* Nirvana… long before Kurt and Courtney were more than a glint in their parents’ eyes, there was a psychedelic British band of the same name. Their first two albums will be re-released, with a wealth of unreleased material, in a new double-set Rainbow Chasers: The ’60s Recordings (The Island Years) on 18 May.

The Last Puff is a rock album by the British band Spooky Tooth. For the only time in its history, the band was billed as "Spooky Tooth Featuring Mike Harrison". The band broke up shortly after the album's release, reforming two years later. "Something to Say" was written by Joe Cocker and appeared on his 1972 album Joe Cocker.

Perhaps "The Last Gasp" would have been a more apt title here. Spooky Tooth appeared to be on its last legs, and being propped up by members of the Grease Band, this record should have been merely one of those contract fulfillments, but it isn't. It's a good, solid effort that includes a burning cover of the Beatles' "I Am the Walrus." Unfortunately, Spooky Tooth didn't stay together to reap the rewards of this new combination of musicians.

The Last Puff is a rock album by the British band Spooky Tooth. For the only time in its history, the band was billed as "Spooky Tooth Featuring Mike Harrison". The band broke up shortly after the album's release, reforming two years later. "Something to Say" was written by Joe Cocker and appeared on his 1972 album Joe Cocker.

The V.I.P.'s - The Complete V.I.P.'s (2006) {2CD Set, Repertoire REPUK1088 rec 1964-1967} (Spooky Tooth related)
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© 1964-67, 2006 Repertoire Records | REPUK 1088
Rock / Psychedelic Rock / Proto Prog / Blue-Eyed British Soul / Mod

The Complete Recordings Including Several Rarities. Booklet with Authoritative and Extensive Liner Notes by Chris Welch. Includes an Interview with Group Founder Mike Harrison. "I should start by stating that this disc should appeal to (1) diehard fans of that extraordinary 1968-1970 version of Spooky Tooth (most of whom probably have these recordings already), (2) to fans of blue-eyed British soul (like the early Spencer Davis Group), and (3) to those curious about the lesser-knowns of the Sixties British Music Scene.

… With engineering credits given to Eroc back in 1974 this album blends heavy jazz and progressive rock elements into a very captivating album. I do not really think this album fits the genre of the Krautrockers and instead feels more like Canterbury as a sub genre. Musically these guys were amazing too mixing saxes, organ, guitar with a steady core of bass and drum in support. My favorite track is the self titled Kentalope Island which creates a Sun-Ra like space vibe to the mix. A very interesting album and for those who like to explore in new directions will likely find a little relief here.