Garage folkadelic grunge, or power 3rd-ear coffeehouse antifolk, or...? This mysterious combo makes its debut on Webbed Hand Records netlabel, after a couple of years on the CD-R circuit (not for profit, the proceeds were diverted to NORML).

Deceptively straightforward on first listen, but deeper listening reveals unrivalled complexity and virtuosity, disguised as a 3-chord garage sound. And the lyrics too are not what they first seem. Lean in closer, and the bizarre workings of Wead will embrace you.

I cannot help but draw comparisons to the psychedelic picaresqueness of Chrome, although Wead is less "electric" ... but the tight-loose structures and subtle mind-bendiness is there.

The artists involved in this project have worked in other bands, under other names, and have gained followings for other music. But judge this album on its own merits. Make a copy for yourself, make copies for your friends. Pass it around.

Personnel:
Fly - voice and instruments
Zag - percussions

Thank you for listening to this Webbed Hand Records release. Please visit the WHR homepage to explore our complete catalog of experimental and ambient recordings. All of our music is free to download, but we'd be very grateful if you could make a small donation (via Paypal) to help with the costs of maintaining a netlabel.

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