BODKIN were a Scottish quintet that released a self-titled album in 1972. They made a classic-sounding, rough-edged heavy progressive rock with the emphasis on Doug Rome's Hammond organ and complimented by Mick Riddle's guitar, Bill Anderson's bass, Dick Sneddon on drums and the cool wailing of Zeik Hume.Somewhat more jam-oriented than contemporaries such as ATOMIC ROOSTER or URIAH HEEP and not quite as hard-hitting, BODKIN nevertheless delivered spirited rock music with energetic interplay between guitar and organ, fine musicianship, and distractingly good compositions from the 21 year-old Doug Rome. A very palatable blend of dark organ-rock and dirty blues, Bodkin will surely please listeners interested in the murky and mysterious early years of the Heavy Prog scene and anyone seeking rare prog. Line-up / Musicians Mick Riddel/guitar Doug Rome/Hammond organ Dick Sneddon/drums Bill Anderson/bass Zeik Hume/vocals Discography Bodkin 1972
1.Three Days After Death Pt. 1 2.Three Days After Death Pt. 2 3.Aunty Mary's Trashcan 4.Aftur Yur Lumber 5.Plastic Man
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