Description

First released in the summer of 1966, ‘Yardbirds’ or ‘Roger The Engineer’ as it became known’ showcases the Yardbirds at the peak of their powers. Featuring the classic lineup of Jeff Beck, Keith Relf, Jim McCarty, Chris Dreja, and Paul SamwellSmith, the group explored explosive new sonic territories, pushing their bluesrock sound into the realms of the avantgarde, psychedelia and Indian music. This new edition has been expertly cut from the original stereo tapes using precision halfspeed mastering by Cicely Balston at AIR Mastering.Pressed on 180g heavyweight vinyl, featuring an obi strip and housed in a polylined inner sleeve. Also includes a 4page booklet with extensive liner notes by David French based on interviews with Jimmy Page, Paul SamwellSmith, Jim McCarty and Simon NapierBell.