Motherlode-When I Die 1969

On the cover, the band is decked out in Western gear in front of a homestead evoking images of the American West in the 1800s that goes along with the band’s name, the Motherlode. As for the music, it’s a mix of rock, soul and psychedelia. The title track, When I Die, has a really catchy chorus and melody like a soul vocal group by organist WM ‘Smitty’ Smith, guitarist Ken Marco and sax player Steve Kennedy. You Ain’t Lookin In The Right Place Baby has a nice and short beginning that sounds like a Black Moon loop, but was chopped by the Sound Providers, before turning into a Soul-Rock number. Hard Life has two really short drum breaks that were recorded very low in the mix. Soft Shell on the other hand, starts off with a nice and loud drum break before the bass comes in and just adds to the funkiness. Then however, the song turns towards a mellow instrumental led by Marco’s sax playing.

Track listing:

When I Die;

Oh! See The White Light;

You Ain't Lookin' In The Right Place Baby;

Help Me Find Peace Of Mind;

Hard Life;

Child Without Mother;

Dear Old Daddy Bill;

Memories Of A Broken Promise;

Soft Shell; Living Life;

What Does It Take (To Win Your Love);

Can't You Find Love

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