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The United States of America was an American experimental rock band founded in Los Angeles in 1967 by composer Joseph Byrd and vocalist Dorothy Moskowitz, with electric violinist Gordon Marron, bassist Rand Forbes and drummer Craig Woodson. Their 1968 self-titled album, often cited as an early showcase for the use of electronic devices in rock ...
Tracks 1 to 10 taken from the album "The United States of America". Released as Columbia CS 9614 in March 1968. Bonus Tracks recorded in 1967 and 1968. Esoteric Recordings is a Cherry Red label. The copyright in this artwork is owned by Cherry Red Records Group.
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May 2, 2018 · Indeed, The United States of America ‘s time of release also marks it as an overlooked catalyst in the pop collective. Between 1968 and 1969, bands such as Silver Apples emerged with their self ...
The United States of America was an American experimental rock and psychedelic band whose works are an example of early electronic music in rock and roll. History. Formed in 1967 by Joseph Byrd, the band membership consisted of Joseph Byrd (electronic music, electric harpsichord, organ, calliope, piano, and Durrett Electronic Music Synthesizer ...
At 2:40 the band once again steps into the roll of city park bandstand parade band for an extended period of WWII-like theme music. Not my favorite kind of song, but it is gutsy and masterful. (8.875/10) 6. "Where Is Yesterday" (3:08) opening with a Gregorian chant approach--even using Latin for the chorus' lyrics.
Mar 7, 2023 · The United States of America were on the front lines of the psychedelic explosion, complete with all the prerequisite experimental tendencies and left-wing politics. But with just one album to their name, the band slipped through the cracks of American pop culture. Formed by New York avant-garde composer Joseph Byrd and folk vocalist Dorothy ...
Formed : 1967 // Los Angeles, CA, United States Disbanded : 1968 Members : Joseph Byrd (electronic music, electric harpsichord, organ, calliope, piano), Dorothy Moskowitz (lead singer), Gordon Marron (electric violin, ring modulator), Rand Forbes (electric bass), Craig Woodson (electric drums, percussion)
