Hard Ride – 1910 Fruitgum Company – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

With ‘Hard Ride,’ the 1910 Fruitgum Company break the mold they helped define. Best known for their buoyant hits in the bubblegum pop era, this album sees the group trading their signature sweetness for a surprisingly raw, rock-leaning sound. Originally released at the tail end of the 1960s, ‘Hard Ride’ is the band’s answer to shifting musical tides, embracing fuzzier guitars, grittier vocals, and a moodier atmosphere. It’s a fascinating document of transition, capturing how even the most cheerful pop acts responded to the more complex and turbulent spirit of the decade’s close. For collectors, it’s a must-have oddity—a testament to how the boundaries between pop and rock were blurring, and how even the sunniest acts weren’t immune to the era’s darker undercurrents. The album stands as a rare artifact where innocence meets rebellion, and it’s a unique listen for anyone curious about the evolution of American rock. Vinyl enthusiasts will appreciate its bold production and the way it challenges preconceptions about the band’s legacy. ‘Hard Ride’ is a road less traveled for 1910 Fruitgum Company, but one well worth exploring.

Track List:
A1 – Don’t Have To Run And Hide –
A2 – All These Things –
A3 – Beggar’s Epitaph –
A4 – (a) Eulogy (b) Seulb –
A5 – The Train –
B1 – Creations Of Simon –
B2 – Collection Of Thoughts –
B3 – (a) In The Beginning (b) The Thing –
B4 – Togetherly Alone (5 Movements) –