Who the Manchester Bridge Band were is anyone's guess, so 'Mysteries' indeed. The first side is pure dreamy psych, with haunting organ and trippy vocals. Kind of like Music Emporium. I love this style, and you just don't hear it that much. 'I Get By' picks up the tempo with some fine rhythm guitar, active bass work, and snotty vocals. Which leads to a ripping mid song fuzz solo. This is an excellent two sider.
OK, I found a newspaper article from 1971 advertising a show by the band and that they were from Ohio. Have to presume it's the same group. 45cat lists the record at 1971 as well. Wow - no wonder nobody heard of them. Waaay too late for this kind of sound. Which is cool with me!
12/10/21 update: As you can see in the comments, Cleveland is not right either, though it's very possible they would have played there. We're now being told Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, which is northeast of Pittsburgh.
Ownership: SP: 1971 Comet. Online acquisition from last year. Also featured in our unknown vinyl blog.
Ownership: SP: 1971 Comet. Online acquisition from last year. Also featured in our unknown vinyl blog.
5/16/21 (new entry); 12/10/21
