The Savage Resurrection

The Savage Resurrection were an American psychedelic rock band from the San Francisco Bay area, and were active in between 1967 and 1968. The band were known as one of the youngest psychedelic rock bands in the area, with their 16 year-old lead guitarist, Randy Hammon, who is Paul Whaley's cousin. The group was signed to Mercury Records, on which they released their debut, 'The Savage Resurrection' in 1968.

The group was signed to Mercury Records, on which they released their debut, 'The Savage Resurrection' in 1968. Their album was produced by Abe "Voco" Kesh, who was famous for his work with the band Blue Cheer and Harvey Mandel. Their sound was similar to psychedelic groups such as Love and The Jimi Hendrix Experience. Singer Bill Harper and bassist Steve Lage quit the band shortly after the record was released, leading to the demise of the group. The band continued on touring until late 1968 and then disbanded.