Sparks Halfnelson

Sparks' Halfnelson on Colored LP from Friday Music: Produced by Todd Rundgren and Mastered by Joe Reagoso from the Original Bearsville Records Tapes

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Originally, Sparks were known as Halfnelson, formed in Los Angeles by brother Russell and Ron Mael. Their initial demo tapes got to the attention of Todd Rundgren who was making records for Bearsville Records and he was so intrigued with the band, as their sound was like nothing being offered then or even now. "It wasn't the very first band I discovered, but it was the most unusual thing I ever discovered."

Initially released in 1971 as their self-titled debut "Halfnelson", the LP was one of the more alternative offerings that year by any standard, and it received some underground radio and college radio support, as tunes like "Roger" and "Wonder Girl" would become early favorites for their growing fan base.

A year later, the L.A. based quintet changed their name to Sparks, and the iconic "Halfnelson" LP artwork would also be changed to reflect their new name. Featuring Ron Mael's awesome design, that long out of print LP hasn't been seen at retail for decades...until now!

Produced by Todd Rundgren and mastered by Joe Reagoso from the original Bearsville Records tapes, this colored vinyl LP also features notes from Rundgren.