30082014 - Troyka "Troyka"

Brilliant semi-psychedelic and -progressive hard rock from Canada! This album was released in 1970, and has definitely withstood the test of time! They blend the classic power trio (hence the band name) sound of bands like Cream with Slavic elements as a tribute to their Ukrainian heritage. The vocals, courtesy of drummer Michael Richards, really make them stand out from other bands of their ilk, sounding unlike most others from that era and at times almost bordering on the deranged. A really cool album that deserves attention from fans of 70's rock as well as proto-metal archeologists!