At it's core you find the Hammond organ alongside bass guitar andĭrums. Personally I'll just conclude that it is my favorite instrument alongside mellotron and moog and electric piano.Įspecially when it comes to progressive rock.Īardvark released this only and selftitled album in 1970. Now, that is for one and all to decide whether If I were a religious man I'd say that God created the organ on theĮighth day, having completed the universe and the globe on which we all reside. The majesty of the Hammond organ is not to be denied. Fans of SPRING, CRESSIDA or FIELDS should also give them a try.
Recommended strictly for collectors of early 70's, heavy organ-dominated prog. Overall, AARDVARK is an honest musical effort for the times, an interesting early art rock experiment with a slight progressive edge. Finally, the cuts that work best tend to be the less progressive ones. Also, possibly because the dominant Hammond did not stand the test of time, the album unfortunately sounds quite outdated. The low points: following the fashion of the early 70's, many tracks drag on far too long. The album contains some ear-friendly piano/keyboard interplay as well as some good R&B guitar riffs and harmonic choruses. The soaring vocals by Skillin are pleasant and the music, although not highly original and somewhat lacking in variety, is quite melodic - nice 60's sounding melodies. Shades of GRYPHON, GREENSLADE and PINK FLOYD are also present.Īs is to be expected, AARDVARK's material is highly keyboard oriented, the brunt of the music being carried by the fuzzed-up Hammond organ which more or less simulates the job of a distorted guitar. Comparisons are not easy but one could probably say their music has the power of EMERSON, LAKE & POWELL mixed in with a little R&B à la PROCOL HARUM and early MOODY BLUES. From then on, AARDVARK were mostly a studio act and by the time they recorded their only album, the line-up consisted of Stan Aldous (bass), Frank Clark (drums), Steve Milliner (keyboards, recorder, vibraphone) and Dave Skillin (vocals). Originally, they became known mainly because Paul Kossof and Simon Kirke played in the band before leaving to form legendary band FREE.
Founded in London UK in late 60's - Disbanded in early 70's - Reformed in 2016Ī prog act without a guitar player? That's exactly what this early 70's British foursome is.
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