Julie Driscoll & Brian Auger - Open [Castle Bonus Tracks]

Open was a good but uneven album in that it inevitably sounded like records by two different groups sandwiched into one. Side one of the original LP was devoted to primarily instrumental material featuring Brian Auger, while side two had far more soul-rock-influenced vocal tracks spotlighting Julie Driscoll. It was consistent with the multi-dimensional aesthetic that Julie Driscoll, Brian Auger & The Trinity promoted, but it must have confused and perhaps even put off fans attracted to the act by the hit single "This Wheel's on Fire." For open-minded pop fans of that time or future eras, however, it's a quite interesting blend of rock, blues, soul, and a little psychedelia. Read More