album · December 9, 1966
Fresh Cream
UMC (Universal Music Catalogue)See this day
classic rockhard rockblues
This 1966 debut LP captures Cream's raw, explosive energy, showcasing their blues roots and nascent psychedelic explorations. It's a foundational document of blues-rock power trios.
- The album was recorded in just four days at Ryemuse Studios in London. It reached number 6 on the UK Albums Chart. The track "I Feel Free" was not included on the original UK LP, though it appeared on some international versions and later reissues.
- Producer Robert Stigwood secured the band a deal with Reaction Records, an independent label that specialized in burgeoning rock acts. The album was primarily engineered by John Timperley.
- Fresh Cream was released in the UK in December 1966, hitting the US charts in early 1967. It was a critical and commercial success, establishing Cream as a major force in rock music.
Cream formed in London in 1966, a power trio known for its extended improvisations, blues-rock virtuosity, and psychedelic influences. They were at the forefront of the British blues boom, blending high-level musicianship with a heavy, amplified sound.
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