These recordings were done mostly over 10 years ago and in the time that has passed so much has happened and most of all, we are all 10 years older now!! This version of the band was very tight, courageous and inspired, we had no fear and were known to throw down many an adventurous extended improvisation or even break out into another tune entirely without warning.
There were many devoted fans all over the world and as we traveled across Europe, we got to know some of them and they encouraged us to stretch out even more! We had it all going, Jazz, Rock, Funk, Latin, Fusion. From instrumental to vocal. From Miles to Hendrix and back.
Los Lobotomys Official Bootleg
In the beginning Lenny Castro coined the name "Los Lobotomys" and Jeff Porcaro drew the skull (cover of the first CD) according to Lenny's specs. The original band line-up in 1987 was:
Steve Lukather: Guitar
David Garfield: Keyboards
Brandon Fields: Sax and EWI
Nathan East: Bass
Jeff Porcaro: Drums
Lenny Castro: Percussion
We started playing at the original Baked Potato in North Hollywood on Tuesday nights. Lines would form outside the club as early as 2 PM for a 10:00 PM gig. Many people wanted to see Jeff play up close and live, as he was the most popular recording drummer in music at the time.
There were many legendary jams including guest appearances by David Sanborn, Sheila E., Marcus Miller, and many other cool people. There was even a 'shooter' (drink) named after us at the Spud called a 'Lobotomy Stew'. Lobotomy Stew was the first original composition for the band by Luke and Creatch and inspired by a groove that Jeff threw down at a sound check at the spud. The band established a reputation for flawless musicianship and high intensity. The word spread. Los Lobos (who we were named after) even knew about us and dug what we were doing. People began showing up from Sweden and Japan and Spain and all over the place. In the audience would be the likes of Pink Floyd, Eric Clapton, George Benson, and Eddie Van Halen.
The first Los Lobotomys recording was done live at the Complex in 1988 in front of an audience. Will Lee played bass on the recording and Joe Sample, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Carlos Vega were guests. As the band continued to play around town, the line-up began to change to include John Pena, Jimmy Johnson and Jimmy Earl (Bass); Gregg Bissonette, Vinnie Colaiuta and Carlos Vega (Drums); Luis Conte, Chris Trujillo, and Michito Sanchez (Percussion); and Larry Klimas on Sax. Luke and Creatch always remained at the helm as the band evolved.
Fast forward to 1993. This version of the band became especially famous as a foursome: Luke, Creatch and Pena remained and welcomed the newest addition to the band, Simon Phillips (Drums) who had just arrived at the time in Los Angeles from England. The band played to sell out houses in L.A. and went to Capitol studios to record 'Candyman' for Sony records which was released in the U.S. as Los Lobotomys' 2nd CD project.
This set of eight jams recorded live is the third release from the band. We hope you enjoy the vibes from our world tour of 1994 and the two bonus tracks recorded live in L.A. at the Baked Potato in Hollywood. I know some of you reading this were there and we thank you for your support!!! Long Live Los Lobotomys!!
David Garfield 10/18/2004
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