UFO led by Vocalist Phil Mogg, formed the British space metal outfit UFO in 1969. Originally known as Hocus Pocus, the group, which took the name UFO in honour of a London club, debuted in 1971.
Chrysalis/EMI have had a seriously good crack at remastering and reissuing their UFO’s back catalogue. The studio albums scrubbed up a treat and were relaunched a little while ago with rare material and live tracks. Then came the nicely researched and packaged collections with a bit more bonus material . Finally, last year came the excellent official bootleg live box set 75-82.
By 1985’s ‘Misdemeanor,’ UFO, like many of their classic-rock peers, had been tragically infected by ‘80s studio disease: a grotesque but common affliction that covered its victim in sonic warts like synthesizers, triggered snare drums and squeaky guitars. Whether you want to hear the many shades of ‘Doctor Doctor’ or ‘Rock Bottom’ captured here, or want to explore bucket loads of other worthy stuff.
- Bass – Paul Gray
- Drums – Jim Simpson
- Guitar – Atomik Tommy ‘M’
- Keyboards, Backing Vocals – Paul Raymond
- Lead Vocals – Phil Mogg
Originally recorded & filmed for “The Misdemeanor Tour” VHS release
releases November 17th, 2023
The Fat Angel Sings 