The instrumental “Asshtonpark” features a slow rhythmic build up towards a country-esque groove featuring a generous amount of delay on Walsh’s guitar. The song was released as a single to moderate initial success but became a later staple on classic rock stations. The recording features a slight but potent percussion break by Fox before pivoting back to a final verse. The blistering opening track “Funk #49”, was a group composition that derived from a warm-up jam and initially ad-libbed lyrics by Walsh about an untamed girlfriend. Recorded: The Record Plant, Los Angeles, November 1969 With the combination of low label expectations and the state-of-the-art equipment at The Record Plant, the group took a loose and experimental approach to the material on James Gang Rides Again. Recorded in Los Angeles with producer Bill Szymczyk, the group wanted to replicate the energy of its ever-popular live shows, where the group would jam to new material in the dressing rooms before each show. While deciding to maintain Walsh as lead vocalist, Kriss decided to abruptly depart from the band in November 1969.īassist Dale Peters was recruited by Fox just in time for recording of the group’s second album. Sales for this album were disappointing and a new singer was briefly considered so that Walsh could focus on guitars. After signing with ABC’s new Bluesway Records subsidiary in early 1969, they recorded and released their debut, Yer’ Album, later that year. With Walsh assuming lead vocal duties, the group decided they liked their sound and moved forward as a threesome. In 1968, Walsh was brought on to replace the group’s original lead guitarist and, after two prompt defections, the band quickly realigned as a trio to fulfill live commitments. They were were originally a five-piece, British rock influenced band including bassist Tom Kriss. James Gang was founded by drummer Jim Fox in Cleveland, Ohio in 1965. While not a great commercial success, James Gang Rides Again was critically acclaimed and a great influence for many rock bands that emerged later in the decade. The album combines their blues-based power-trio rock with a branched-out experimental method that incorporates keyboards into their sound and includes elements of country. The James Gang reached the peak of their relatively short time together with front man Joe Walsh with their sophomore album James Gang Rides Again in the summer of 1970.
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