The sextet Stafford Bridge was formed Sydney in the early 70s, releasing two singles in 1972 on the Infinity label. "Song for a Blind Man / Passing Lines" and ''Poor Soul / Welcome To The Court'' were both well executed, bringing in the typical mix of progressive and psychedelic rock. It's a shame this band didn't kick on because they had a load of potential. Stafford Bridge made the grand-final representing NSW Country in Hoadley's National Battle Of The Sounds. Vocalist Jim Willebrandt fronted a number of bands including Daisy Roots, Clapham Junction, Toby Jug and Hot Cottage.
Members
Peter Gordon (saxophone, flute), David Kay (guitar, flute), Gary Riley (drums), Terry Riley (organ), Ross Sanders (bass) Jim Willebrandt (vocal)
''Song For A Blind Man / Passing Lines'' 1971 Infinity
''Poor Soul / Welcome To The Court'' 1972 Infinity
Man, I'd never heard of them before, and I was an enthusiastic follower of Australian music from the early 60's. The singles are pretty damn good. Perhaps their success and exposure was limited to Sydney?
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ReplyDeleteTheres a bit of Stafford Bridge at the end of this clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gqsbaxI_AA&lc=Ugxfy-DFo7S9_KA9kwh4AaABAg
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