Blues Image was formed in Tampa, Florida in 1966 by singer-guitarist Mike Pinera, singer-drummer Manuel “Manny” Bertematti, singer-percussionist Joe Lala, keyboardist Emilio Garcia, and bassist Malcolm Jones. They were later joined by keyboardist Frank “Skip” Konte when Emilio Garcia left the band. The band released their self-titled debut album in February 1969. Pinera left the band to join Iron Butterfly in the fall of 1969, and was replaced by singer Denny Correll and guitarist Kent Henry. On this CD you find two LP’s together on one disc, the debut “Blues Image” and the third album “Red White & Blues.” Unfortunately the band broke up in May 1970, luckily we have the CD. 1. Take Me To the Sunrise 2. Leaving My Troubles Behind 3. Outside Was Night 4. In Front Behind You 5. Lay Your Sweet Love On Me 6. To Say 7. Lazy Day Blues 8. Yesterday Could Be Today 9. Rise Up 10. Behind Every Man 11. Gas Lamps and Clay 12. Take Me Back 13. It Happens All the Time 14. Good Life 15. S the Truth 16. S Take a Ride 17. T No Rules In California
