Power Plant

New super jewel case version (replaces the 2009 limited digibook edition). International Artists Records produced some of the most innovative records to come out of Texas's thriving rock scene of the late sixties. One of the most influential independent record companies of its day, it has gained cult status over the years amongst fans of prime American psychedelic and garage rock. One of the label's groundbreaking acts were The Golden Dawn, who only released this one album (and no singles) during their short recording career - they broke up soon after the album's release. An acknowledged psych classic, Power Plant features inspired acid-spiked folk rock guitars and intelligent psychedelic-inspired lyrics. The emotional range is remarkable for a debut album - from the searing acid punk of "Evolution," through the classic pop-inflected psych of "My Time" into the brooding introspection of "Reaching Out To You." The accompanying 16-page illustrated booklet includes an insightful interview with the group's leader and driving force, George Kinney, in which he gives a unique track-by-track run-down of the album's songs.