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'''The Loading Zone'' was an American rock band of the 1960s, formed in [[Oakland, California]] in 1967 by singer-keyboardist [[Paul Fauerso]] following the dissolution of his jazz group The Tom Paul Trio. The original lineup |
'''The Loading Zone'' was an American rock band of the late 1960s, formed in [[Oakland, California]] in 1967 by singer-keyboardist [[Paul Fauerso]], following the dissolution of his jazz group The Tom Paul Trio. The original lineup was Fauerso, bassist [[Bob Kridle]], drummer [[George Newcom]] and guitarists [[Pete Shapiro]] and [[Steve Dowler]]<ref>[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:g9fuxqu5ldte~T1 Jason Ankeny, Loading Zone Biography, allmusic.com]</ref>, both formerly of [[Berkeley, California|Berkeley]] [[psychedelic rock]] band [[The Marbles (band)|The Marbles]], who had supported [[Jefferson Airplane]] at the historic "Tribute to Dr. Strange" dance, one of the first [[Family Dog]] promotions, held at San Francisco's [[Longshoreman's Hall]] in October 1965.<ref>[http://www.gotarevolution.com/longshoremans.htm ''The Hangar'' website - "The Legendary Longshoreman's Hall "Dr. Strange" Dance of October 1965"]</ref> |
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Although primarily an R&B band, The Loading Zone added contemporary psychedelic influences and soon became a popular attraction on the burgeoning [[Bay Area]] music scene. |
The Loading Zone's first major concert was the now-legendary [[Trips Festival]] at the [[Longshoreman's Hall]].<ref>[http://www.eastbayexpress.com/music/loading_zone_reloaded/Content?oid=807429 Andrew Gilbert, "Loading Zone Reloaded", ''[[East Bay Express]]'', 13 August 2008]</ref>. Although primarily an R&B band, The Loading Zone added contemporary psychedelic influences and soon became a popular attraction on the burgeoning [[Bay Area]] music scene. The Loading Zone was based at the San Francisco venue The New Orleans House and regularly performing at legendary SF venues like the [[Fillmore West]], supporting some of the biggest acts of the period including [[Cream (band)|Cream]], [[The Who]], [[The Byrds]], [[Big Brother & the Holding Company]], [[The Grateful Dead]], [[Country Joe & The Fish]], [[[Howlin' Wolf]], [[Sam & Dave]], [[Chuck Berry]] and [[Buddy Miles]]<ref>[http://www.oldhandbills.com/bill_graham_postcards.htm oldhandbills.com - Bill Graham postcards]</ref><ref>[http://www.eastbayexpress.com/music/loading_zone_reloaded/Content?oid=807429 Andrew Gilbert, "Loading Zone Reloaded", ''[[East Bay Express]]'', 13 August 2008]</ref> |
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In 1968 Fauerso placed an ad in the ''San Francisco Chronicle'' seeking a new lead vocalist, which led to the recruitment of [[Linda Tillery]], who joined just prior to the band's signing with [[RCA Records]]. Despite their live popularity, the group lacked a strong base of original material; their self-titled debut LP was poorly received, and was criticised for its excessive production and its reliance on covers. The Loading Zone was unable to garner support from radio and eventually split in 1969. |
In 1968 Fauerso placed an ad in the ''San Francisco Chronicle'' seeking a new lead vocalist, which led to the recruitment of [[Linda Tillery]], who joined just prior to the band's signing with [[RCA Records]]. Despite their live popularity, the group lacked a strong base of original material; their self-titled debut LP was poorly received, and was criticised for its excessive production and its reliance on covers. The Loading Zone was unable to garner support from radio and eventually split in 1969. |
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In 1970 Fauerso and Tillery re-formed the group with guitarist [[Steve Busfield]], bassist [[Mike Eggleston]], and drummer [[George Marsh]], recording their second and final LP '' One for All'' for the Umbrella label, before disbanding for good in 1971. |
In 1970 Fauerso and Tillery re-formed the group with guitarist [[Steve Busfield]], bassist [[Mike Eggleston]], and drummer [[George Marsh]], recording their second and final LP '' One for All'' for the Umbrella label, before disbanding for good in 1971. |
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Tillery released her solo debut album ''Sweet Linda Divine'' on [[CBS Records]] in 1970 |
Tillery released her solo debut album ''Sweet Linda Divine'' on [[CBS Records]] in 1970. It was produced by Paul Fauerso, who went on to produce the unreleased [[Mike Love]] solo album ''First Love'' LP and make recordings of [[new age music]]. Tillery resurfaced with the jazz fusion group [[Cesar 830]] before embarking on a solo career. |
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===References=== |
===References=== |
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Revision as of 12:10, 19 February 2009
'The Loading Zone was an American rock band of the late 1960s, formed in Oakland, California in 1967 by singer-keyboardist Paul Fauerso, following the dissolution of his jazz group The Tom Paul Trio. The original lineup was Fauerso, bassist Bob Kridle, drummer George Newcom and guitarists Pete Shapiro and Steve Dowler[1], both formerly of Berkeley psychedelic rock band The Marbles, who had supported Jefferson Airplane at the historic "Tribute to Dr. Strange" dance, one of the first Family Dog promotions, held at San Francisco's Longshoreman's Hall in October 1965.[2]
The Loading Zone's first major concert was the now-legendary Trips Festival at the Longshoreman's Hall.[3]. Although primarily an R&B band, The Loading Zone added contemporary psychedelic influences and soon became a popular attraction on the burgeoning Bay Area music scene. The Loading Zone was based at the San Francisco venue The New Orleans House and regularly performing at legendary SF venues like the Fillmore West, supporting some of the biggest acts of the period including Cream, The Who, The Byrds, Big Brother & the Holding Company, The Grateful Dead, Country Joe & The Fish, [[[Howlin' Wolf]], Sam & Dave, Chuck Berry and Buddy Miles[4][5]
In 1968 Fauerso placed an ad in the San Francisco Chronicle seeking a new lead vocalist, which led to the recruitment of Linda Tillery, who joined just prior to the band's signing with RCA Records. Despite their live popularity, the group lacked a strong base of original material; their self-titled debut LP was poorly received, and was criticised for its excessive production and its reliance on covers. The Loading Zone was unable to garner support from radio and eventually split in 1969.
In 1970 Fauerso and Tillery re-formed the group with guitarist Steve Busfield, bassist Mike Eggleston, and drummer George Marsh, recording their second and final LP One for All for the Umbrella label, before disbanding for good in 1971.
Tillery released her solo debut album Sweet Linda Divine on CBS Records in 1970. It was produced by Paul Fauerso, who went on to produce the unreleased Mike Love solo album First Love LP and make recordings of new age music. Tillery resurfaced with the jazz fusion group Cesar 830 before embarking on a solo career.
References
- ^ Jason Ankeny, Loading Zone Biography, allmusic.com
- ^ The Hangar website - "The Legendary Longshoreman's Hall "Dr. Strange" Dance of October 1965"
- ^ Andrew Gilbert, "Loading Zone Reloaded", East Bay Express, 13 August 2008
- ^ oldhandbills.com - Bill Graham postcards
- ^ Andrew Gilbert, "Loading Zone Reloaded", East Bay Express, 13 August 2008