Zior – Zior(1971 UK Hard Rock, Prog Rock, Psychedelic Rock)Full Album

Zior was a British hard rock/heavy psych band from Southend-on-Sea, active in the early 1970s and known for their occult-themed, theatrical live shows. Formed by vocalist/keyboardist Keith Bonsor and drummer Peter Brewer, the band released two main albums, Zior (1971) and Every Inch A Man (1973), often compared to Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin for their heavy riffs. Key Details Origin: Formed in the late 1960s/1970 in Southend, Southeast England. Members: Keith Bonsor (vocals, keys), Peter Brewer (drums), Barry Skeels (bass), and John Truba (guitar). Style: A mix of blues-rock, hard rock, and, heavily influenced by occult themes. Key Albums: Zior (1971, Nepentha Records), Every Inch A Man (1973, Intercord). Occult Image: Though often associated with the occult, they described their live performances as theatrical "happenings," featuring, for example, on-stage, staged, mock sacrifices. Other Projects: The band recorded under the pseudonym "Monument" in the 1970s and later reformed to release Spirit Of The Gods in 2018. History Zior emerged from the Southeast coastal R&B scene, with members having roots in local bands like the Essex 5. They were discovered by producer and Rolling Stones soundman Billy Farley and recorded at TPA Studios in London. Their debut album featured artwork by Keef (Keith McMillan), who also designed the cover for Black Sabbath's debut. The band was considered a "cult" band, often utilizing, dark,, or, spooky, atmospheres, in their, musical, compositions. Reunion: In 2018, the band returned with the album Before My Eyes Go Blind, which mixed new material with updated versions of their early 70s, sound,. Legacy: In 2024, Cherry Red Records released a 4-CD box set, Before My Eyes Go Blind - The Complete Recordings, covering their, entire, career, including, the, albums, under, the, Monument, name,. Tracks: 01. I Really Do (Peter Brewer) - 2:55 02. Za Za Za Zilda (David Kaplan) - 2:34 03. Love's Desire (Peter Brewer) - 3:57 04. New Land (Keith Bonsor) - 4:03 05. Now I'm Sad (Peter Brewer) - 4:01 06. Give Me Love (Peter Brewer) - 2:38 07. Quabala (Peter Brewer) - 3:15 08. Oh Mariya (Keith Bonsor) - 3:16 09. Your Life Will Burn (Peter Brewer) - 3:11 10. I Was Fooling (Peter Brewer) - 3:04 11. Before My Eyes Go Blind (Peter Brewer) - 3:23 12. Rolling Thunder (David Kaplan) - 3:03 Personnel: - Keith Bonsor - vocals, organ, bass, flute, - John Truba - guitar, vocals - Barry Skeels - bass, vocals - Peter Brewer - drums, percussion, piano, harp + - Peter Lee Stirling - arranger - Bill Farley - producer (tracks: All tracks), Keith Bonsor (tracks: B5 to B9)