album · October 28, 2022
Penetration! The Best Of The Pyramids
Sundazed MusicSee this day
classic rockgarage rock
This compilation collects key tracks from The Pyramids' brief but influential career in the mid-1960s garage rock scene. It highlights their transition from regional favorites to a band with a lasting cult following.
- The Pyramids formed in 1965 and released their debut single, "Penetration," that same year. The band signed with the influential local label Thomas Records, which released their singles and a self-titled LP. Their song "Teenage Declaration" was featured on the influential Nuggets compilation in 1972.
- The Pyramids' music has been reissued multiple times, introducing their raw sound to new generations of garage rock fans. This 2022 collection on Sundazed Music offers a comprehensive look at their recorded output.
- The Pyramids' live shows were known for their intensity and stage presence, contributing to their local fame. Though they disbanded in 1969, their records have remained sought-after by collectors.
The Pyramids were a garage rock band from Evanston, Illinois. They were active in the 1960s and are known for their raw, energetic sound.
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