TIMESPAN

First released on Tenth Planet (TP 014), it was finally given a CD release on Wooden Hill (WHCD 003) in 1996 only this time with five added bonus cuts, four of which were BBC recordings dating from the 26th of May 1968.

PRESS RELEASE NOTES

EXTRA! EXTRA! - Read all about it!

What! The following introduction to "Timespan" that's what.
Why? - Why? because it's the latest and greatest release by the 'Mike Stuart Span' and it's due to hit the streets soon - WOW!!

Now Read On

Dear friends, ex-hippies, reviewers, editors (and anyone else who just happened to pick this up, but doesn't fit into any of the above categories) - yes even you Joe Public!

At last two great forces merge through time across the void. 'Tenth Planet Records' have crystallized the (mighty atoms) of previous incarnations, metamorphosing the psychedelic vibrations of yesteryear to finally emerge as an explosion of sound in the form of 'MIKE STUART SPAN'

Destination : Planet Earth
Stardate : February, 1995

"TIMESPAN" has arrived!

So much for all the hype, how then do ten tracks dusted down from the band's archives stand the onslaught of time, more than a quarter of a century later? Considering the original material source - remarkably well! various recordings, mainly in the form of acetates, with the odd tape thrown in for good measure, - then, through the wizardry of digital technology, the use of a high-tech mastering studio, and not least the painstaking efforts of a brilliant engineer - and hey presto, we have a very pleasing collection of mainly original titles for your enjoyment.

Recording info:- All tracks recorded between 1967 and 1968 exact dates unknown. Studios used were R.G Jones / Decca / I.B.C. and Trident.
As these were primarily intended as demos only, the majority are in their original form (i.e. breathtaking mono) with the occasional human traits that afflict Homo-sapiens, namely (A) "mistakes" or (B) "monster cock-up's". All sessions were self financed therefore overdubbing and special effects were kept to a minimum, and finally the musicians no.1 rule was applied, namely - 'Time is money, my boys - so get your fingers out!' However none of which should have adverse effect on your listening pleasure.

All tracks feature:

BRIAN BENNETT - Lead / rhythm guitars and backing vocals. Brian used a Fender Telecaster and an Echo 6 string acoustic guitar.
ROGER McCABE - Bass guitar and backing vocals. Roger used his trusty Hofner "fiddle" bass (with custom stereo pickups)
GARY MURPHY - All drums and percussion. Gary played on both Trixon and Premier kits using Zildian cymbals
STUART HOBDAY - Lead vocals (and even some backing vocals)

All amplification by Marshall (the best)!!

No sixties completist or lover of psychedelia can afford to miss adding this to their collection - a definate must

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