The Attack
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Biography
[Edit]The Attack (thanks to an ever growing legion of collectors dedicated to the vibrant sound of mid- to late-'60s Swinging London) have a far larger fan base now than they ever did during their existence. Indeed their unique brand of guitar-heavy, mod-rock qualifies them as one of the finest examples of (the over used term) freakbeat. Hence over the last 15 years there has been an abundance of vinyl bootlegs and inclusions on such psychedelic/freakbeat compilations as Rubble! The founders Richard Shirman (the only original member to stay with the group throughout all of the lineup changes) and Gerry Henderson were originally in a group called the Soul System, whom, for the best part of a year, had a very unstable lineup. In early 1966, the remnants of the crumbling group were joined by Bob Hodges on organ, David John (not David John of David John & the Mood, but Davy O'List under alter ego) on guitar, and Alan Whitehead (on loan from Marmalade) on drums. They soon came to the attention of entrepreneur (gangster?) Don Arden, who then signed them to Decca and changed their name to the Attack. Their debut single released in January 1967 was an extremely anglicized cover of "Try It," an American hit for both the Standells and Ohio Express, whose versions were exemplar of the sneering garage sound. However, the Attack's powerful vocals, pop art guitar, and the underbelly of a warm Hammond created a similar atmosphere to the Small Faces (also managed by Don Arden), the Birds, and the Creation. Shortly after the single was released, Davy O'List was handpicked by Andrew Loog Oldham to join the Nice (who were to act as the backup group for newly acquired American Soul singer P.P. Arnold) and quit the group in late February. Meanwhile, Shirman, a regular visitor to the London clubs had been keeping a watchful eye on a young guitarist he had seen jamming with Jimmy Page. Shortly thereafter John Du Cann (mainstay, and songwriter) was introduced into the group. As a follow-up to "Try It," a version of "Hi-Ho Silver Lining" was then released, but Jeff Beck got the hit first in Britain in 1967. The third 45, "Created By Clive"/"Colour of My Mind," backed a foppish sub-Kinks-style number with a fairly groovy mod-psych tune penned by DuCann. Kenny Harold (bass) and Geoff Richardson (guitar) left shortly after the disappointment of "Created By Clive," leaving John as the only guitarist. Jim Avery (who later went on to the revolutionary Third World War) was drafted in on bass, with Plug (whom later went on to Welsh acid rock outfit Man) still on drums. After yet even more disappointment surrounding the "Magic in the Air" single (Decca refused its release on the grounds of it being too heavy), Plug and Jim Avery left the ranks to be replaced by Roger Deane (bass) and Keith Hodge (drums). The final single, released in early 1968, was "Neville Thumbcatch," a fruity mod-pop tune with spoken narration, like a lesser counterpart to Cream's "Pressed Rat and Warthog." Decca's deal with the Attack expired after that single, with a projected fifth 45, "Freedom for You"/"Feel Like Flying," remaining unreleased. Both sides of that single, as well as seven Attack demos recorded around that time, are included on Angel Air's CD reissue of the rare 1968 album by the Five Day Week Straw People, a studio-only outfit that was led by DuCann. There is also a compilation of the Attack's post-Decca sides entitled Final Dayze, featuring these tracks and more unreleased material (also on Angel Air). Before Decca (who wanted to keep the Attack as a pop act) parted with the group over the continued heavy nature of their newer material, the group had already entered the studio and begun work on the Roman Gods of War album. Both the artwork and a number of songs were completed, but unfortunately the label recorded over the tapes and lost the photos after they dropped the group. DuCann became the dominant creative force in the group prior to their 1968 breakup, and the likes of the unreleased "Mr. Pinnodmy's Dilemma" and "Strange House" showed the group developing a heavier rock sound, although still maintaining a sense of British mod-psych whimsy. DuCann would continue to explore a heavier direction with his subsequent group Andromeda, and joined Atomic Rooster in the '70s. ~ Jon "Mojo" Mills, Rovi
Title: The Complete Recordings From 1967 - 68
Artist: The Attack
Genre: Rock, Alternative Rock, Progressive Rock
Title: Up In The Sky (Maxi - Single)
Artist: The Attack, Roberta Collins
Genre: Electronica, Euro House
Title: Among Giants/Zap Dragon & the Attack tour split
Artist: The Attack, Among Giants
Genre: Alternative
Title: From the Vault EP (feat. Askil Holm) - Single
Artist: The Attack, Askil Holm
Genre: Rock, Alternative
Collections
Title: Best Time Of Discos From Ovvod7 & Tiv44 (CD4)
Genre: Hard NRG, Disco, Italo Disco, Eurodisco, Synth Pop
Title: Italo Disco & SpaceSynth Ot Vitaly 72 (83)
Genre: Dancehall, Italo Disco
Title: Italo Disco & SpaceSynth Ot Vitaly 72 (85)
Genre: Italo Disco
Title: Tech House: The Club Shock Party (CD1)
Genre: House, Club/Dance
Title: Hardstyle XXL Megamix 2021 (CD2)
Genre: Electronica, House, Club/Dance, Progressive
Title: Chillout Summer Songs 2021
Genre: Downtempo, Chill Out, Light Music, Lounge
Title: Hardstyle Workout 2021.1
Genre: Electronica, Dancefloor, Dance Pop
Title: The Best Of Rare Mod (CD2)
Genre: Hip Hop/R&B, Soul, Rock, Punk Rock, Funk, Psychedelic
Title: '60s One-Hit Wonders
Genre: Hip Hop/R&B, Jazz, Rock, Punk Rock, Pop
Title: Michiel Van Der Kuy – Watch Out!
Genre: Dancefloor, Dance Pop
Title: Italo Disco-Teka Vol. 1
Genre: Italo Disco, Eurodisco
Title: Brown Acid - The Sixteenth Trip 2023
Genre: Garage Rock, Psychedelic Rock
Title: Venti Compilation 8 (CD1)
Genre: Hard NRG, Electro, Italo Disco, Synth Pop
Title: Dance Hits Collection, Vol. 104
Genre: Electronica, Eurodance, Happy Hardcore, Euro House, Dancehall, Italo Disco
Title: Italo Disco Collection (09)
Genre: Dancefloor, Disco, Dance Pop
Title: Magic Hits Italo Disco Collection Vol. 1 (CD2)
Genre: Italo Disco, Eurodisco
Title: Magic Hits Italo Disco Collection Vol. 1 (CD2)
Genre: Disco
Title: Disco Style Weekend Party Vol. 02 (CD3)
Genre: Disco
Featuring albums
Title: Open House Deep presents Deep Sounds vol.1
Artist: Various Artists
Genre: House, Dancefloor, Dance Pop
Title: Horizon Lightning - Best Chilling Tunes
Artist: Various Artists
Genre: Lounge, Easy Listening
Title: Audioground - Deep & Tech House Selection, Vol. 8
Artist: Various Artists
Genre: House, Dancefloor, Dance Pop
Title: Metropolitan House: Berlin, Vol. 4
Artist: Various Artists
Genre: House, Dancefloor, Dance Pop
Title: Open House Deep presents Tech House 2019
Artist: Various Artists
Genre: House, Dancefloor, Dance Pop
Title: The Trip Created By Saint Etienne (CD1)
Artist: Saint Etienne