Joe Soap – Keep It Clean(1973 UK Rock, Folk, World, & Country)Full Album

Joe Soap was a short-lived but notable UK rock duo from the early 1970s, primarily consisting of John Tennent (guitar, vocals) and David Morrison (guitar, vocals, slide guitar), known for their 1973 album Keep It Clean, a psychedelic/blues-rock effort that featured session musicians like Jimmy McCulloch (Stone The Crows) and Mik Kaminski (ELO), following their earlier work as Tennent/Morrison and preceding later iterations of the band. Key Details: Members: John Tennent & David Morrison. Key Album: Keep It Clean (1973). Genre: Blues-rock, psychedelic rock, progressive rock influences. Label: Polydor. Producer: Sandy Roberton. History & Sound: Origins: Tennent and Morrison released music together before the Joe Soap name, first as "Tennent/Morrison" in 1972, with their album Tennent/Morrison. Keep It Clean (1973): Their sole album under the Joe Soap name was a concept album featuring intricate arrangements and guest spots from notable musicians. Musical Style: They aimed to create a unique sound, blending soulful vocals, slide guitar, and electric guitar work, with lyrical themes often exploring deeper concepts, as noted in interviews. Collaborators: The Keep It Clean album was a significant lineup featuring contributions from Jerry Conway (Jethro Tull), Mik Kaminski (ELO), and Jimmy McCulloch (Stone The Crows, later Wings). Legacy: Although brief, Joe Soap's album is remembered as a cult classic within 70s British rock circles, praised for its ambition and quality. The band's work is often associated with progressive pop and obscure psychedelic rock compilations. A1 Talkin' Bout You 00:00 A2 Warning Sign 04:21 A3 Lay It On Me 07:19 A4 Whatever The Song Is Now 14:25 A5 Get It Out From Under 17:35 B1 Feels Strange 20:36 B2 On The Wing 24:00 B3 Time 27:27 B4 All Out Now 31:14 B5 Birdman 34:36 Bass – Jeff Pearce Drums – Gerry Conway Guitar – Jimmy McCulloch Guitar [Bottleneck], Vocals – Dave Morrison Guitar, Vocals – John Tennent Violin – Mik Kaminski