R&P...fans of 70's hard rock...what do you think of this band?

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Charlee were a power trio from Montreal Canada, lead by guitarist Walter Rossi. In the 60's Walter had cut his teeth with Wilson Picket. He also played on Buddy Miles original single version of the song 'Them Changes'. Both Walter and Jimi Hendrix shared similar pasts during the mid 60's, backing well known R&B bands. So it's easy to see how their styles are somewhat a like. The two guitarists jammed together on a couple occasions as well.
Walter was also a member of the late 60's Canadian band 'Influence', who at that time opened many shows for groups like The Doors and Iron Butterfly.
Walter formed the three piece 'Charlee' in 1971, and the following year their self titled debut album was released. I've always really enjoyed the raw sheer energy of this band. I also have a soft spot for trios.
I've passed this band off on a few people here in R&P over the last year, so some of you might be familiar with them.
What do you think?

Lord Knows I've Won:
http://www.imeem.com/people/iWsurYO/music/m8qtrBLR/charlee_lord_knows_ive_won/
Just You and Me:
http://www.imeem.com/people/iWsurYO/music/m8qtrBLR/charlee_lord_knows_ive_won/
Let's Keep Silent part 1:
http://www.imeem.com/people/iWsurYO/music/wRyIpsMc/charlee_lets_keep_silent_pt_1/
Wheel of Fortune:
http://www.imeem.com/people/iWsurYO/music/31YsQsWl/charlee_wheel_of_fortune/

Zeppelin 911 · Accepted Answer

Well , since this is posted by you and i have been presented with your taste in music before , so I'll say : I'm looking forward to know more about Walter's contributions in Rock . Definitely , this is the first time I hear this band's name . Thanks Smiley ..

BTW >> the guitar is actually speaking on the entry of "Let's Keep Silent Pt 1" and the guitar is saying : "Wow wow !! Is this even human !??" ....... 

Thanks again Smiley ....... so many underrated artists are there .... and I thought Wishbone Ash and Ten Years After are underrated !!! they are on my top list and they are underrated , but at least many Rockers know them ....

Anonymous · Answer

Smiley,I loved this!The real deal! I adore hard rock played like that,with R&B and funk elements as well,and somewhat dark,heavy-metallish and groovy.

Some orgasmic guitars on "Let's Keep Silent pt 1..."...

LexLuger · Answer

N I C E.......sounds like(to me) Joe Walsh and Ronnie Montrose playing with Sly And The Family Stone

GreenEyes · Answer

I like this band a lot. Everything you have showed me last week in your IMeem juke box I enjoyed very much. Wheel of fortune is my favorite song so far.
Rossi is very good indeed!!

David V · Answer

Yes it's great Smiley, I have a few of their songs

Anonymous · Answer

I like Charlee, ever since You sent me that CD, Thanks again by the way.

Awesome Band, great Music.

By the way, would You help this person out? I couldn't think of who they meant

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*Edit*
I completely forgot, I got My 30,000th point on this question, Thanks.

? · Answer

They sound pretty good and if i can find the album i will for sure buy it

Anonymous · Answer

I've made many musical discoveries from you.

It's awesome.

Thanks. =)

Anonymous · Answer

Awesome. Thanks.

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