Chillum – Chillum(1971 UK Prog Rock, Experimental)Full Album

Chillum was a short-lived British progressive rock band active in 1971, essentially operating as an experimental offshoot or alias for the psychedelic group Second Hand. They are best known for their self-titled, heavily improvised album recorded during a period of lineup flux. Origins and Formation (1971) Context: Following the release of their second album, Death May Be Your Santa Claus (1971), Second Hand experienced lineup changes, with members Moggy Mead and Rob Elliott leaving. Lineup: Keyboardist Ken Elliott and drummer Kieran O'Connor continued with bassist George Hart, bringing in guitarist Tony McGill. The Name: The band adopted the name "Chillum" (a pipe used for smoking cannabis) for this new project, which was originally intended to be the third Second Hand album. Style: The music was a departure from earlier material, focusing on long, experimental jams, heavy organ, and percussion. Chillum (1971 Album) Recording: The album was recorded in 1971, featuring a "jam" feel. Notably, the track "Brain Strain" was recorded during Tony McGill's audition with the band. Release: Issued on Mushroom Records in late 1971, often in a plain white sleeve with a stencil-sprayed title. Reissues: The album has been reissued by labels such as Sunbeam Records and See for Miles Records, often featuring bonus tracks. Key Personnel Ken Elliott: Keyboards, Mellotron, Organ, Vocals Kieran O'Connor: Drums, Percussion, Vocals Tony McGill: Guitar George Hart: Bass, Violin, Vocals Aftermath Chillum did not catch on with the public at the time and split shortly after the album's release. Following this, Ken Elliott and Kieran O'Connor formed the band Seventh Wave. Kieran O'Connor passed away in 1991. Tracks: 01. Introduction By Brain Surgeons From The Royal Free Hospital - 00:00 02. Brain Strain (Ken Elliott, George Hart, Kieran O'Connor, Tony McGill) - 00:25 03. Land Of A Thousand Dreams (Ken Elliott) - 22:28 04. Too Many Bananas (Kieran O'Connor) - 23:48 05. Yes! We Have No Pajamas (Ken Elliott, George Hart, Kieran O'Connor, Tony McGill) - 28:03 06. Promenade Des Anglaises (Ken Elliott) - 38:45 Personnel: - Ken Elliott - organ, mellotron, piano, vocals - Tony McGill - guitar - George Hart - bass, violin, vocals - Kieran O'Connor - drums, vibes, assorted percussion, noises, vocals + - Vic Keary - producer