Sir Lord Baltimore

An American power-trio from New York whose 1970 debut Kingdom Come is often cited as an early example of heavy metal. The review notes John Garner as the singer and drummer and highlights the band's heavy, distorted riffing and standout tracks.

Described as a power-trio from New York; debut album Kingdom Come released in 1970. The band is considered an early/proto heavy metal act. Review mentions notable tracks such as Hell Hound, Hard Rain Fallin', Helium Head, Lady Of Fire and an acoustic moment 'Lake Isle Of Innersfree'. The 2003 reissue of Kingdom Come included the band's second self-titled LP (information from the provided review). Comparisons in the review include Deep Purple and Blue Cheer.

Sir Lord Baltimore are presented as an unjustly forgotten New York power-trio whose 1970 debut Kingdom Come is described as an early example of heavy metal. The review highlights heavy, distorted riffs, standout tracks (Hell Hound, Hard Rain Fallin', Helium Head, Lady Of Fire) and praises John Garner's vocal/drumming role. A 2003 reissue bundling the self-titled second LP is noted.

For:Fans of early heavy metal and hard rock, collectors of proto-metal rarities, readers of classic album reviews.