Catapilla

• 180 gram vinyl

• gatefold sleeve

Trading Places present a reissue of Catapilla's self-titled album, originally released in 1971. Jazz-infused prog rock act Catapilla began in London in 1970, with saxophonists Robert Calvert  and Hugh Eaglestone, bassist Dave Taylor (of  pop act Edison Lighthouse, along with drummer Malcolm Frith, guitarist Graham Wilson, and clarinet player/flautist, Thierry Rheinhardt; original vocalist "Lady" Jo Meek quit early and was duly replaced by her sister, Anna, whose gutsy gasps gave the band its noteworthy difference, along with the woodwinds & brass.

Former Millionaires' bassist Cliff Cooper, brought Catapilla to the attention of Black Sabbath's manager, Patrick Meehan, who swiftly got them a contract with Vertigo, Philips's prog subsidiary; this self-titled debut has four freaky tracks, including the side-long closer, "Embryonic Fusion".

PERSONNEL:

• Robert Calvert - (alto, tenor & soprano sax)
• Dave Taylor - (bass)
• Malcolm Frith - (drums)
• Thierry Reinhardt - (flute, clarinet)
• Graham Wilson - (lead guitar)
• Hugh Eaglestone - (tenor sax)
• Anna Meek - (vocals)

TRACKS:

• SIDE A
• A1. Naked Death
• A2. Tumbleweed
• A3. Promises

• SIDE B
• B1. Embryonic Fusion