Home – The Alchemist(1973 UK Prog Rock)Full Album

Home biography Founded in London, UK in 1970 - Disbanded in 1974 The band were centred around the fine guitar work of Laurie Wisefield, and the voice of Mick Stubbs, the band's principal songwriter. They released three albums between 1971 and 1973. The first two albums contained competent and reasonably original songs, some with progressive leanings. It was however the third album, "The Alchemist" which was the band's masterpiece. This concept album is one of the forgotten gems of prog, telling a tale of supernatural events and the reaction of those placed in fear by them. Musically, the album sees the band taking an enormous leap forward. Sadly, the momentum was lost as quickly as it came, and "The Alchemist" proved to be Home's final album. Test pressings are said to exist for an unreleased fourth album, but if they do exist, they have yet to be released. During their brief life, the band supported a number of top acts on tour, including LED ZEPPELIN and WISHBONE ASH. In 1974, AL STEWART invited the band members to become his backing band. Stubbs left at this point, but the others took up the offer. Wisefield subsequently went on to join WISHBONE ASH replacing Ted Turner, while Cliff Williams briefly joined BANDIT then enjoyed a successful career with AC/DC. Both Mick Stubbs and Drummer Mick Cook have now sadly passed away, but Wisefield continues to enjoy success with the "War of the Worlds Live" tour. Why this artist must be listed in www.progarchives.com : A fine but sadly almost forgotten band from the early 1970's who are frequently described as progressive in references to them. Their music fits neatly into the Art Rock category, but they covered a wide range of styles on their three albums. Their third album is an excellent example of a prog concept album. Studio Album, released in 1973 Songs / Tracks Listing 1. Schooldays (2:57) 2. The Old Man Dying (3:47) 3. Time Passes By (2:05) 4. The Old Man Calling (Save The People) (3:15) 5. The Disaster (2:36) 6. The Sun's Revenge (4:00) 7. A Secret To Keep (1:18) 8. The Brass Band Played (1:25) 9. Rejoicing (2:49) 10. The Disaster Returns (Devastation) (8:03) 11. The Death Of The Alchemist (4:35) 12. The Alchemist (3:48) Total time 40:38 Line-up / Musicians - Mick Stubbs / lead vocals, guitar, piano - Laurie Wisefield / lead, steel & acoustic guitars, vocals - Cliff Williams / bass guitar, vocals - Mick Cook / drums, percussion