Scarce Australian independent blues release featuring Larrie Cook and the Hard Blues Band, recorded live at the James Cook Tavern in Townsville, North Queensland. Issued on Brisbane-based Sundown Records, this album captures the sound of the thriving North Queensland blues scene during the 1980s.
The record showcases guitarist, harmonica player and vocalist Larrie Cook alongside the Hard Blues Band in a live setting, performing a mixture of original blues material and hard-driving blues-rock. Tracks include ‘So Tired’, ‘Talk To Me’, ‘I’ll Make Love’, ‘My Babe’, ‘Catchin’ Up’, ‘Dirty Robber’, ‘Comin Home’, ‘Sweet Momma’, ‘Time To Have Party’ and ‘Tears Like Rain’.
The reverse cover features contemporary newspaper reviews and articles documenting the band’s success within the North Queensland live music circuit, providing an interesting snapshot of regional Australian music history.
Features:
• Australian independent blues release
• Recorded live at the James Cook Tavern, Townsville
• Issued on Brisbane’s Sundown Records label
• Regional North Queensland music history
• Features original blues and blues-rock material
• Includes contemporary newspaper review artwork
• Scarce local Queensland pressing
• Collectable Australian blues recording
Condition appears consistent with age and use. Sleeve displays handling wear, creasing, age-related wear and storage marks. Record has not been professionally graded or play tested. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to exact condition from the photographs provided.
