Patto

Label: Island Records
Country: UK
Released: 1972
Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Album Overview

"Roll 'Em Smoke 'Em Put Another Line Out" is the third studio album from the British band Patto, released in October 1972 under Island Records (ILPS 9210). This album came after their departure from Vertigo Records. It features a blend of jazz-rock, progressive rock, proto-punk, and pub rock, showcasing the band's diverse musical influences.

Recording and Production

The album was produced by Muff Winwood, alongside the band members. Recording took place at Island Studios located in Basing Street, London. The engineering team consisted of Richard Digby Smith and Tony Platt. The cover design was handled by Visualeyes, adding a visual element that complements the album's eclectic sound.

Musical Style and Themes

Patto's humorous and anarchic style is evident throughout the album. The track "Loud Green Song" features an explosive sound characterized by Ollie Halsall's feedback-laden guitar work. This song is a notable example of the band's proto-punk influences. On the other hand, "Flat Footed Woman" presents a soulful, progressive ballad that stretches for eight minutes, demonstrating the band's ability to blend genres seamlessly.

Another highlight is "Singing The Blues On Reds," a satirical blues workout that reflects the band's witty lyricism. The whimsical "Peter Abraham" provides a contrasting acoustic hymn, while "Cap'n 'P' And The Atto's" offers a comedic take on nautical themes, showcasing the band's diverse songwriting capabilities.

Band Lineup

The lineup for this album includes Mike Patto on lead vocals and various pianos, Ollie Halsall on electric guitars and keyboards, Clive Griffiths on bass guitar, and John Halsey on drums and percussion. Halsey also contributed vocals to select tracks. This collaboration resulted in a cohesive yet varied sound that defines this release.

Release Information

The album was released in the UK in October 1972. It reflects the band's distinctive approach to music, blending humor with technical skill across multiple genres. The recording took place at Island Studios, Basing Street, London, in 1972.

Tracklist

A1	Flat Footed Woman Written-By – PattoWritten-By – Halsall
A2	Singing The Blues On Reds Written-By – PattoWritten-By – Halsall
A3	Mummy Vocals [Dialogue] – John HalseyWritten-By – Halsey*
A4	Loud Green Song Written-By – PattoWritten-By – Halsall
B1	Turn Turtle Written-By – PattoWritten-By – Halsall
B2	I Got Rhythm Electric Piano – Mike PattoWritten-By – Patto*
B3	Peter Abraham Piano – Mike PattoVocals – Ollie HalsallWritten-By – Halsall*
B4	Cap'n 'P' And The Atto's (Sea Biscuits Parts 1 & 2) Vocals [Recitation] – John HalseyWritten-By – HalseyWritten-By – Halsall