Al Manfredi is the father of hip-hop producer Exile, and Blue Gold is his little-known West Coast rock masterpiece from 1973. Manfredi’s dreams of securing a record deal with this album faded, but he spent the rest of his life recording music. This version of the album was overseen by Exile.This little-known West Coast rock masterpiece was rediscovered and celebrated by Acid Archives founder Patrick Lundborg and others around the time that Manfredi died in 1995. This version of the album, overseen by Manfredi’s son Exile, and with Manfredi’s story told by Ugly Things’ founder Mike Stax, presents the complete package of an incredible lost and found artist.2 CD set in a gatefold eco-wallet package featuring an extensive, photo-filled booklet documenting the history of the band, their mission, and their arc. with previously unreleased music.

• - 1 -

  • 1. Of the Sea
  • 2. I Don't Live Today
  • 3. Five Six
  • 4. Blue Gold
  • 5. Foggy Night
  • 6. Empty of Your Possession
  • 7. What a Way To Be Laughing
  • 8. Let It Alone
  • 9. Never With You (Acoustic Version)
  • 10. To Catch the Sun
  • 11. Don't Move Girl

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  • 1. Can Be Near You
  • 2. Basking
  • 3. What a Way To Be Laughing (Acoustic Version)
  • 4. Star Factory
  • 5. Just Can't Stay Away