This opening cadenza of track 2, side one of "Out of the Blue" is characteristic of Mackenzie Theory's instrumental guitar rock symphony.
Rob Mackenzie was leader of his (former) band Mackenzie ...
This opening cadenza of track 2, side one of "Out of the Blue" is characteristic of Mackenzie Theory's instrumental guitar rock symphony.
Rob Mackenzie was leader of his (former) band Mackenzie Theory, which released 2 live LP records ("Out of the Blue" and "Bon Voyage") in 1973 and 1974, before Rob flew out of Melbourne in 1974 with his guitar bound for London.
Since then, Rob has lived and played in London, France, NY, and for the past 20 years, L.A.
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I too used to go see Mackenzie Theory play in Melbourne back in the early 70's. One of the most unique bands and creative sound I've heard. I would dearly love to hear more of his recent music. From listening to the NAMM Tone Tubby video, he still has that flair and style. C'mon Rob, bring out an album...pleeeaase. or at least come back to Australia and get Mackenzie Theory back together for one last gig.
I was too young to see MT in the 70's. But I have seen Rob play live since. He's related to some farmers near Lake Bolac in Western Victoria, and a few times back in the 90's he played some gigs at Lake Bolac pub and hall, just for the locals. All I can say is what an awesome guitarist! He was a wizard with his black Les Paul with Bigsby trem. Played awesome covers of Peter Gun and other surf tunes. Unforgetable experience.
Being aged, I remeber McKenzie Theory when I saw them live all those years ago and I have wondered what happened to Rob MckKenzie. This was and still is some of the most inspired and creative fusion music on the planet. Unfortunately for us Rob hasn't been able to take it further and I hope and trust that he still can. He palys an excellant version of Sleepwalk but this is not as inspired or as powerful and effective as his compositions. Look forward to the resurgence of The Theory.
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C'mon Rob, bring out an album...pleeeaase. or at least come back to Australia and get Mackenzie Theory back together for one last gig.
Saw them at Dallas Brooks in May 1974- that may have been recorded for "Bon Voyage" -one of their last, if not the last, gigs