1944 was a year that marked a turning point in the history of the world. It was a time when the world was at war, and music played an important role in boosting the morale of the troops and keeping the spirits of the people high. The year was also marked by the emergence of
The year 1948 was a pivotal year in history, marked by many significant events and cultural shifts. It was the year that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted, and it was also the year that marked the beginning of the Cold War. But it was also a year that saw the release of
From The Record Crate: Humble Pie – ‘Smokin’’ (1972)
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One of the early so-called “supergroups” of the late ‘60s, Humble Pie formed in 1969 and released
Smokin’ in 1972 – the band’s fifth studio album, as well as Humble Pie’s highest-charting album.
Coming out of the starting gate in 1969, Humble Pie was made up of Steve Marriott (guitar, vocals, keyboards, harmonica), Jerry Shirley (drums) Greg Ridley (bass), and Peter Frampton (guitar, vocals, keyboards).
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Humble Pie’s advent was the result of Marriott’s friendship with Peter Frampton, who had left The Herd and was looking for a new gig. Marriott, the guitarist for the Small Faces, wanted to bring Frampton into the Small Faces, but both bassist Ronnie Lane and keyboardist Ian McLagan dissented. For whatever reason, they didn’t want Frampton in Small Faces.