Taken By Force

The 1977 recording captures the raw intensity of the late seventies rock scene. It displays the band before they fully pivoted to a more polished, arena-ready sound. The track The Sails of Charon features complex riffing that influenced heavy metal.

The music acts as a high-octane link between the early psychedelic phase and the massive popularity of the later era. This was the final studio appearance for the guitarist, who directed the group toward a more technical approach to their heavy compositions.