15-60-75

Cleveland-based band led by Robert Kidney, known as 15-60-75 or The Numbers. Praised for a visionary blend of blues, rock and art-rock; notable for the 1975 live recording Jimmy Bell's Still in Town and a cult reputation among art-rock listeners.

Origin: Cleveland, Ohio. Leader: Robert Kidney. Members mentioned in reviews: Robert Kidney, Jack Kidney, Michael Stacey, Drake Gleason, David Robinson, Terry Hynde, Tim Maglione. David Thomas wrote liner notes for the CD reissue of the group's first album.

A passionate, admiring review of Cleveland band 15-60-75 (The Numbers) focuses on their 1975 live album Jimmy Bell's Still in Town. Robert Kidney is presented as the group's leader and driving force. The record is praised for blending blues with punk, art-rock and other avant influences and for its cult status among art-rock listeners.

For:Fans of blues-inflected art rock, Cleveland music history, and cult 1970s live recordings.