(Prog Albums #7) Amish - Amish

[Nololob]

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Amish is a Progressive / Hard Rock band, formed in Galt, Ontario, Canada, in 1970.
They released an 8-song self-titled album in 1972.
Band members: Doug Stagg, Ron Baumtrog, Jack Byrne, Mike Gingrich. They grew up in the predominantly Scottish origin farming town of Galt.

“Amish, a sect of people whose love for the “natural life” has kept them perennially old-fashioned, far from the destructive energies of progress and industry. A life without electricity or automobiles, in harmony with the land.

A community of Amish people has grown up in Galt. And when five young musicians were looking for a name that would reflect their admiration and respect for simplicity and a natural way of life they had to look no farther than their neighbours.

Amish … new music. Natural music.”

taken from last.fm​

 

[Brazrock]

For a long time this was my favorite album. I particulary think that Black Lace Woman, The Sea and Dear Mr. Fantasy are incredible songs. Any one who enjoys the 60's rock should listen to this band.