Shide and Acorn

History

Originated from the Isle of Wight. Previously known as Foehammer, Peppermint Snuff of Wight and Wight. The band recorded many demo’s and an LP was issued privately with a handful of copies being pressed only. Under the Tree (Tracks 28-39) was issued in 1971.

Tracks 1- 13, recorded in the Isle of Wight, 1969. Tracks 14-20, recorded in Paris, June, 1970. Tracks 21-27, recorded in the Isle Of Wight 1969-1970. Tracks 28-39, recorded at Solent Studios, Isle of Wight, 1971

Members

Mike Jolliffe (guitar, vocals), Steve Jolliffe (bass guitar), Joy Perkis (vocals), Gerry Cahill (lead guitar, flute), Graham Spencer (keyboard), John Newman (guitar, vocals).

Date

1969-1971.