Bead Game - Wax Circus / Punchin' Judy / Mora

The various images used within this video are taken from photos and scans of my original vinyl LP jacket/cover/labels of Bead Game's "Welcome" LP released in 1970 on the Avco Embassy Record label, AVE-33009.

Formed in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Bead Game's original line up consisted of rhythm guitarist K. Westland Haag, singer/drummer Jim Hodder, keyboardist R. Gass, bassist Lassie Sachsand, and lead guitarist Jim Sheldon. Even though they apparently weren't big on rehearsals, the group managed to attract a local following on the Boston club circuit. Luckily, the group somehow captured the attention of AVCO Embassy Records, which promptly signed them to a recording contract. 1970'a "Welcome" was produced by Gary Kannon and recorded at New York's Record Plant. Featuring all original material, tracks such as 'Punchin Judy' and the fuzz guitar propelled 'Wax Circus' showcase an engaging mix of hard rock with occasional jazz touches. Jim Hodder later turned up as drummer for Steely Dan.

Hard rocking and sometimes melodic late 60s psychedelic album from Boston with great interplay between Hendrix style fuzz guitar and heavy keyboards. "Welcome" was produced by Gary Katz, best known for his production work for Steely Dan. Due to Katz, Bead Game's drummer Jim Hodder eventually became a founding member of Steely Dan and played on their first three albums . Sadly, he drowned in his swimming pool in 1990, but this is more than a fine testament to his talents.

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[rosenmoon87]

YOU ARE MY GOD. :)

[drprogensteinphp]

@rosenmoon87

You are my disciple :)

[drprogensteinphp]

Fun begins @ 2:41 ⇦ click here

[ibanpr]

Love it! I been listening to this band for years. One of the first bands I discovered. It's on my blog now along with Bull Angus. Thank you again drprogensteinphp for making this.

I think its very important that we support music that was really something special. I am glad we are in contact. :)

[drprogensteinphp]

@ibanpr

Cheers Buddy! What you've created over at your blog is really something special. Sharing these bands with others is what it's all about, and it's the sole reason I enjoy uploading this music here at Youtube :)

Happy Holidays!

[TheSkyBradyBand]

Saw these guys in Washington DC Spring 1970 Bought their album that night finally have it on Cd..favorite song is "Slipping"

[stephenvincent]

Groovy! thanks so much for uploading! Rare stuff....they even appear in the movie The Poeple Next Door...!

[dublen]

Good heavens first time i've heard this band.

[StringRamblerBale]

many thanx for this gr8 reveal .... chees

[ibanpr]

@drprogensteinphp

Happy Holidays to you too and your family!