Powerhouse was formed with full intention of being a short-lived studio project. In 1965 and 1966, American record producer Joe Boyd was in the process of opening a London office for Elektra Records and was looking for some British talent to feature on the first release from the label's local division, a sampler compilation album. Manfred Mann's singer Paul Jones suggested putting together an all-star band to mark the occasion.
The band starred Eric Clapton (guitar), and featured Paul Jones (harmonica) and Jack Bruce (bass) from Manfred Mann, Steve Winwood aka "Steve Anglo" (vocals) and Pete York (drums) from the Spencer Davis Group, and Ben Palmer (piano) who had previously played with Clapton. Originally, Ginger Baker was intended to fill the drummer's position, but he was unavailable at the time. Steppin Out is a cut from the "Whats Shaken' " LP on Electra Records...Re-released on, collectors' choice Records.
thank you for posting this unforgettable classic!
britbluesfan 2 months ago
oh, sweet! Thankyou for posting !!!
52joan 10 months ago
OMG! What a lineup! Eric, Jack and Steve together! Massively terrific!
mikeg888 1 year ago
@GibsonKLO No, this AFTER the Bluesbreakers, prior to Cream. It was recorded in April 1966. Clapton joined Mayall in 1965.
proferic 1 year ago
WOW !
This was before the bluesbreakers and it sounded heavenly and almost better back then.
GibsonKLO 1 year ago
Hahahaa!!! This is so awesome.
RockNRollOverDose 1 year ago