: The set spans mesmerizing Middle Eastern oud improvisations, soulful R&B-influenced "beach tunes," and swampy, funky jams.
The 2012 archival release captures a rare, lucid performance at the Berkeley Community Theatre, originally recorded by engineer Hillel Resner. The album showcases Bull’s innovative use of an early Rhythm Ace drum machine and pre-recorded four-track tapes, which he jokingly introduces as "the band". Key Performance Highlights Sandy Bull & The Rhythm Ace - Live 1976 (2012)
The album was released through the Drag City label and is available for streaming on platforms like Spotify and Bandcamp . : The set spans mesmerizing Middle Eastern oud
: The album is noted for its humorous stage talk, including an infamous nine-minute introduction to "Alligator Wrestler" that touches on rehab and Florida childhood memories. Album Tracklist Oud A mesmerizing Middle Eastern raga-style improvisation. Rhythm Ace Demo Key Performance Highlights The album was released through
: Unlike his contemporaries who stuck to acoustic folk, Bull acted as a "prog-rock virtuoso," layering acoustic and electric oud, guitar, and steel guitar over pre-recorded bass lines and electronic beats.
An amusing live demonstration of the drum machine's presets.
A soulful, country-fied homage to the Drifters with steel guitar. The "stand-up" comedy routine leading into the next song. Alligator Wrestler A funky, swampy centerpiece with "chicken-pickin'" guitar. New York City A jazzy, sophisticated finale showing a fusion edge.