*. Ellis .* (2 Albums 1 Cd)

Album: Riding on the Crest of a Slump & Why Not? (2006)
Genre: Prog Rock (Hard Rock/Folk/Blues)  /  UK

Digitally remastered edition that combines the tracks of 2 original LP classics on to a single compact disc. Former Love Affair vocalist Steve Ellis (who recorded the original version of "Everlasting Love") formed this band that took his last name as their moniker with Zoot Money, Nick South, Andy Gee and Dave Lutton. "Riding On The Crest...." was originally released in 1972 and produced by The Who's Roger Daltrey. Their second album "Why Not?" was released in 1973 and produced by Mike Vernon. Personnel: Zoot Money (piano, keyboards); Roger Chapman (vocals, tambourine); Mike Patto, Steve Ellis & The Starfires, Maggie Nicholls, Julie Driscoll, Boz Burrell (vocals); Gary Farr (harmonica); Mick Weaver (keyboards); Colin Allen (percussion). (www.cduniverse.com)

RATING:  7.75 / 10

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