Mackenzie Theory - World´s the Way [Out of the Blue] 1973

Mackenzie Theory - World´s the Way [Out of the Blue] 1973

Band Members:
Rob MacKenzie (Guitar)
Cleis Pearce (Electric Viola)
Mike Leadabrand (Bass)
Andy Majewski (Drums)


MacKenzie Theory formed in Melbourne, Australia in 1973, centered around the guitar of Rob MacKenzie and the viola of Cleis Pearce. At the time there was a very active music scene in Australia with many bands experimenting mainly in the blues/rock direction. However there was a growing awareness of the fusion, and in particular Weather Report and The Mahavishnu Orchestra. It is from this music that MacKenzie Theory and other bands such as Ayres Rock, drew there influences.
They, however, created a style that was unique, no guitar pyrotechnics, but rather etheral chords behind and Pearce's electric viola. The use of a viola instead of a violin was inspired, the deeper tone better suited the music than the high pitch of a violin. MacKenzie was the real leader of the band and the sound centred on his spacey guitar style and very open compositions. Pearce's viola adds a colour that is perfect for the music.
They made just 2 albums to a muted commercial response, available only in Australia and long since deleted. First was "Out Of The Blue" in 1973, was recorded live in the studio, a cheap way of recording an album. Despite this, it worked, as it caught the spontaneity of the band and showed off their jazz credentials.
1973 Out of the Blue; 1974 Bon Voyage.

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[GPSRE]

Thank you for posting this. I always thought Rob and Cleis were two of the brightest lights ever to come from Australia and the band was never the same in any two performances. They should do a reunion tour before everyone who heard them is dead.

[philthysmut]

Thanks. I used to have this album and played it to death. Still sounds as good as ever.

[adric137]

the band has a good sound;very unique

[GulflinesOperator]

@GPSRE If they do get back together then I will certainly be there to see them. I was a HUGE fan of Mackenzie Theory, and saw them play at every opportunity. Unfortunately, these '70s recordings don't come close to showing just how good the band was.