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Quicksilver Messenger Service

Live at the Winterland Ballroom [ CD / Album ]

Live at the Winterland Ballroom

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  • Released Date: 29 Mar 2024

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Quicksilver Messenger Service's live album from December 1st, 1973 at the Winterland Ballroom is a psychedelic time capsule that transports you straight back to the groovy heyday of San Francisco. This release captures the band at their cosmic best, weaving intricate guitar solos and trippy jams that ebb and flow like a lysergic tide.

From the opening notes of "Fresh Air," you can feel the energy crackling in the air as the band launches into a spacey sonic journey that takes you on a mind-bending ride through the cosmos. The interplay between John Cipollina's searing guitar work and David Freiberg's ethereal vocals is nothing short of mesmerizing, creating a sonic tapestry that is both timeless and exhilarating.

Tracks like "What About Me" and "Mojo" showcase the band's penchant for blending blues, rock, and psychedelia into a heady mix that is as captivating as it is intoxicating. The extended jam sessions are where Quicksilver Messenger Service truly shines, with each member given the freedom to improvise and explore new sonic territories with reckless abandon.

Overall, Live at the Winterland Ballroom is a must-listen for any fan of '70s psychedelia or those looking to take a sonic trip back in time to the era of peace, love, and mind-altering music. So grab your paisley shirt, crank up the volume, and let Quicksilver Messenger Service take you on a psychedelic odyssey that will leave you begging for more. Peace, love, and rock 'n roll, man.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Losing Hand
2. Play My Guitar
3. Mojo
4. What About Me
5. The Hat


Disc: 2
1. Who Do You Love
2. Jam 1
3. Jam 2

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Quicksilver Messenger Service

Quicksilver Messenger Service aren't just a band, they're a time machine. These psychedelic pioneers have been bending minds and melting faces since the 1960s, and they're still going strong today. With their complex, improvisational jams and mind-bending lyrics, Quicksilver have always been ahead of their time. Formed in San Francisco in 1965, Quicksilver Messenger Service quickly became a cornerstone of the city's vibrant psychedelic scene. With their mind-bending live performances and groundbreaking albums like "Happy Trails" and "Just for Love," they helped define the sound of the era. Quicksilver are known for their elaborate, guitar-driven jams that can go on for days. With the dual guitar attack of John Cipollina and Gary Duncan leading the charge, the band's sound is a swirling mix of jazz, blues, and good old-fashioned rock 'n' roll. But it's not just their music that sets Quicksilver apart. These guys were true pioneers of the hippie philosophy, with their laid-back attitude and commitment to peace, love, and good vibes. Plus, their fashion sense is second to none – who else could pull off paisley bell bottoms and tie-dye like these guys? Over the years, Quicksilver Messenger Service have weathered breakups, reunions, and everything in between. But through it all, they've remained true to their unique sound and vision. So whether you're a hardcore fan or a casual listener, one thing's for sure – Quicksilver Messenger Service are a band like no other. Pack your bags, hop on the magic bus, and take a trip with these psychedelic legends.

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