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| From | Lynn Hoskins <lhoskins@mediatones.com> |
| Subject | The Move's Ace Kefford releases "Ace The Face" |
| Date | Wed, 15 Oct 2003 20:12:52 -0700 |
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I thought some on Audities would be interested in this historic new
release, especially those who are fans of The Move...
Chris 'Ace' Kefford (aka 'Ace the Face'), The Move's fiery and
charismatic bass player and co-lead vocalist from 1965-1968, releases
"Ace The Face" (Sanctuary CMQCD799) this month in the UK. This marks
the debut release for his "lost" solo album from 1968, which he
recorded with producer Tony Visconti after leaving The Move. If
you're familiar with The Move's classic hits like "Night Of Fear" and
"I Can Hear The Grass Grow" you'll immediately recognize Ace's
distinctive, almost Steve Winwood-style vocals ("just about to trip
your mind...")
Produced and compiled with Ace's full co-operation, the remastered CD
also comprises eight previously unreleased or rare bonus tracks by
The Ace Kefford Stand (featuring Cozy Powell), Rockstar and The Lemon
Tree.
If anyone's interested in an autographed (and personalized!) CD,
please visit Ace's official website at http://www.acekefford.com.
You'll also find rare photos and sound files... among the featured
clips are Ace's cover of Paul Simon's "Save The Life Of My Child"
featuring Jimmy Page on guitar, and The Ace Kefford Stand's version
of The Yardbirds classic, "For Your Love." In addition, there's
Ace's highly regarded psychedelic classic 'William Chalker's Time
Machine,' recorded by The Lemon Tree and produced by Trevor Burton
with Andy Fairweather Low. (It was originally written for The
Move...what a shame they didn't record it...)
For those not familiar with Move history, Ace formed The Move in
October 1965 with Trevor Burton after meeting and being inspired by a
young David Bowie to get their own group together and write original
material. This historic meeting occurred at Birmingham's Cedar Club
after a performance by Davy Jones & The Lower Third. Following
Bowie's advice, the duo invited Roy Wood, then Carl Wayne and Bev
Bevan to join and complete the classic Move line-up.
Ace's personal story, including his battles with depression and an
attempted suicide in '68, is on his website for all to read.
Thankfully, Ace has found the strength to overcome some great
obstacles and finish this excellent release 25 years later.
Hope some of you check out "Ace The Face." If you do, would you let
me know what you think?
Lynn
www.acekefford.com
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