Sandy Bull & The Rhythm Ace - Live 1976 (2012) -

The 2012 archival release captures a rare, lucid performance at the Berkeley Community Theatre, originally recorded by engineer Hillel Resner. The album showcases Bull’s innovative use of an early Rhythm Ace drum machine and pre-recorded four-track tapes, which he jokingly introduces as "the band". Key Performance Highlights

The album was released through the Drag City label and is available for streaming on platforms like Spotify and Bandcamp . Sandy Bull & The Rhythm Ace - Live 1976 (2012)

A soulful, country-fied homage to the Drifters with steel guitar. The "stand-up" comedy routine leading into the next song. Alligator Wrestler A funky, swampy centerpiece with "chicken-pickin'" guitar. New York City A jazzy, sophisticated finale showing a fusion edge. The 2012 archival release captures a rare, lucid

: The album is noted for its humorous stage talk, including an infamous nine-minute introduction to "Alligator Wrestler" that touches on rehab and Florida childhood memories. Album Tracklist Oud A mesmerizing Middle Eastern raga-style improvisation. Rhythm Ace Demo A soulful, country-fied homage to the Drifters with

: Unlike his contemporaries who stuck to acoustic folk, Bull acted as a "prog-rock virtuoso," layering acoustic and electric oud, guitar, and steel guitar over pre-recorded bass lines and electronic beats.