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Morgen was a hard rock/psych band that hailed from Long Island, NY. They were fronted by guitarist/vocalist/wild man Steve Morgen but also included drummer Bob Maiman and guitarists Barry Stock and Rennie Genossa. In 1969, record label Probe (ABC) released the group’s sole offering. The album’s best known track is the classic “Welcome To The Void.” 40 years later this cut’s over the top acid guitar work and pounding drums still shred the best of speakers. Certainly a unique mixture of acid garage and hard rock, “Welcome To The Void” is essential listening. There are other great cuts to be found on Morgen, like the stealth rocker “Purple” and the freaky fuzz corker ”Of Dreams.” “Eternity In Between,” probably influenced by the Who, is another excellent track that begins with ringing guitars and crashing drums. This 5 minute song is nearly ruined by a two and a half minute drum solo. Steve Morgen’s sexually charged lyrics and over the top vocals will irritate some listeners but that’s really a minor complaint as most of Morgen is full of great fuzz guitar solos and solid songs. No beads or flowers for these guys, Morgen is straight up brooding hard rock psych. Welcome To The Void 00:00 Of Dreams 04:57 Beggin' Your Pardon (Miss Joan) 10:35 Eternity In Between 15:22 Purple 20:28 She's The Nitetime 24:39 Love 28:09 Bass – Rennie Genossa Drums – Bob Maiman Guitar – Steve Morgen Rhythm Guitar – Barry Stock Vocals, Written-By, Design [Cover And Liner], Guitar, Producer – Steve Morgen
