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Climbing!
Rock · 1970 · 9 tracks

Climbing!

Mountain

Mountain's 1970 debut, 'Climbing!', is a seminal hard rock album defined by Leslie West's colossal guitar riffs, Felix Pappalardi's heavy production, and the band's blues-infused power trio dynamics.

1970 · Windfall Records

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Imagine the raw, untamed power of early 70s rock, distilled into a potent elixir of blues-drenched riffs and thunderous rhythms. 'Climbing!' is an album that demands to be played loud, a sonic declaration of intent from a band that helped define hard rock. Leslie West's guitar is a force of nature, growling and soaring with equal measure, while Felix Pappalardi's production gives everything a weighty, almost proto-metal heft. This is the sound of a band at their peak, delivering classic after classic, perfect for anyone who craves muscular, no-nonsense rock with a timeless appeal.

Tracklist · 9 Tracks
01
Mississippi Queen
2:34
02
Theme for an Imaginary Western
5:09
03
Never in My Life
3:53
04
Silver Paper
3:19
05
For Yasgur’s Farm
3:25
06
To My Friend
3:42
07
The Laird
4:39
08
Sittin’ on a Rainbow
2:23
09
Boys in the Band
3:36
Moments Worth Listening For
The immediate, iconic riff and raw vocal swagger of 'Mississippi Queen' that explodes from the speakers, defining early hard rock.
The expansive, almost orchestral guitar work and melodic depth in 'Theme for an Imaginary Western,' showcasing West's versatility beyond brute force.
The driving, relentless rhythm section of Felix Pappalardi and Corky Laing on 'Never in My Life,' providing a powerful backbone to West's guitar heroics.
The dynamic shifts and instrumental interplay throughout 'For Yasgur's Farm,' demonstrating the band's tightness and ability to build tension and release.
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