Edgewood — Ship Of Labor 1972 (USA, Hard, Progressive Rock)

Edgewood was founded by David Beaver, Steve Spear, and Jim Tarbutton, members of the final lineup of the Memphis band The Gentrys. In 1970, David Mayo, Pat Taylor, and Joel Williams, who replaced Mike Bleecker on drums, joined the band. The band took its name from the street where Taylor lived. For several months before signing with the small Memphis label TMI, the guys created their own material, rehearsed extensively, and performed in local clubs. The resulting "Ship Of Labor" featured both long, complex songs with a progressive edge, as well as commercial hits well-suited for FM radio. Critics compared their work to Ambrosia and even Kansas, particularly noting the harmonious singing of the three excellent vocalists—Beaver, Mayo, and Taylor. Over the next year, Edgewood served as TMI's house band, continuing to play clubs and opening for every major Memphis act, from Jeff Beck to Deep Purple. They also recorded material for a follow-up album, which was never released. Due to financial problems, the band announced its disbandment in late 1972.

Tracks:

01. Ain't Had No Lovin' - 0:00

02. Why Don't You Listen - 4:18

03. Burden Of Lies - 9:21

04. Ship Of Labor - 13:15

05. Unconscious Friend - 19:49

06. Medieval People - 23:04

07. We Both Stand To Lose - 26:49

08. What You See - 31:33

09. Silent - 34:41


Personnel:

David Mayo - vocals, guitar, keyboards
David Beaver - vocals, keyboards
Jim Tarbutton - lead guitar
Pat Taylor - vocals, guitar
Steve Spear - bass
Joel Williams - drums, percussion
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Jimmy Johnson – producer, engineer

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